Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan, currently facing charges for allegedly obstructing federal immigration authorities, has retained Paul Clement, a former U.S. Solicitor General, as part of her defense team. Clement served as Solicitor General under President George W. Bush and is known for his expertise in constitutional law and appellate litigation. The charges against Judge Dugan stem from an incident where she is accused of shielding an individual, previously deported, from being taken into custody by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers.
The details surrounding the incident remain contested, with prosecutors arguing that Judge Dugan acted to deliberately hinder ICE's enforcement efforts. Her defense team is expected to argue that her actions were within her judicial authority and did not constitute obstruction. The addition of Clement to the defense team signals the seriousness with which Judge Dugan is treating the charges. The case is expected to draw significant media attention and legal scrutiny as it progresses through the court system. Legal experts anticipate that the case will raise important questions about the balance between judicial independence and federal immigration enforcement.
Judge Dugan Enlists Former Solicitor General for Defense
Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan, facing charges related to allegedly obstructing immigration enforcement, has added prominent attorney Paul Clement to her legal team. Clement, a former U.S. Solicitor General under President George W. Bush, brings significant experience to the case. Dugan is accused of interfering with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) efforts to detain an individual who had been previously deported. The case has drawn national attention due to its implications for judicial conduct and immigration law.