Wisconsin Judge Faces Trial Amid Immigration Enforcement Controversy

Hannah Dugan, a judge on Milwaukee County Circuit Court, faces federal criminal charges for allegedly helping a migrant evade arrest by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The case, linked to Trump's hardline immigration policies, raises issues surrounding courthouse arrests and judicial conduct.

The trial of Wisconsin state judge Hannah Dugan, charged with enabling a migrant to evade immigration arrest, commenced with jury selection on Thursday. This high-profile case is deeply rooted in President Trump's vigorous immigration policies, spotlighting the friction in law enforcement at courthouses.

U.S. District Judge Lynn Adelman is presiding over the proceedings, with opening statements set for Monday. The trial is significant beyond just judicial rulings as it showcases the tensions between Trump's administration and federal judges over immigration enforcement and perceived political bias in their decisions.

Prosecutors have accused Dugan of obstructing federal agents' efforts to detain Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, a Mexican national facing domestic violence charges. Lawyers argue confusion over arrest protocols in courthouses. This trial mirrors previous Justice Department actions targeting officials deemed non-cooperative in immigration enforcement.

(With inputs from agencies.)