Wisconsin Judge Monica Isham has threatened to boycott court proceedings to protest the arrest of her colleague Judge Hannah Dugan, who was charged with obstructing ICE agents by helping an undocumented immigrant evade arrest. Isham expressed her refusal to cooperate with ICE and emphasized her commitment to ensuring due process, warning that she might face consequences such as losing her job or getting arrested. The incident involving Dugan stems from her alleged actions to shield Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, a Mexican national facing misdemeanor battery charges, from federal agents. Dugan reportedly circumvented ICE agents by leading Flores-Ruiz and his attorney out of a restricted door, avoiding their capture. The Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights criticized Isham's stance as problematic, while the case has sparked broader discussions about immigration enforcement and judicial conduct in Wisconsin.

Judge Monica Isham announced her intent to refuse holding court in protest of Judge Hannah Dugan's arrest, citing lack of guidance and support regarding cooperation with ICE, as well as concerns for her staff's safety.

Hannah Dugan was arrested after allegedly helping an undocumented immigrant, Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, avoid arrest by leading him out through a restricted jury door, bypassing ICE agents waiting in the public area.

Dugan faces charges of obstructing an official proceeding and concealing an individual to prevent discovery and arrest, following evidence that she shielded the migrant from ICE agents.

Isham's email emphasized her commitment to upholding the constitutional requirement of due process, stating she would not allow ICE to take individuals from her courtroom without it.

The Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights, Harmeet Dhillon, labeled Isham's threat as 'problematic' on social media, highlighting tensions between federal immigration enforcement and judicial actions.

Dugan's past includes work with legal aid organizations and Catholic Charities, and she was elected to the Circuit Court in 2016, handling primarily misdemeanor cases.

The arrest and protest have fueled ongoing debates over immigration policy and judicial responsibilities in Wisconsin, drawing attention to the complexities of enforcing federal orders at the state level.