Decision to uphold judge’s conviction reignites debate over Trump-era immigration crackdown (opens original article in a new tab)

A federal judge upheld former Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan's conviction for obstructing immigration agents, reigniting debates about Trump-era immigration policies.

• A federal judge upheld Hannah Dugan's obstruction of justice conviction for helping an immigrant evade ICE agents
• Dugan's defense argued her actions didn't constitute a 'pending proceeding' under federal law, citing a similar Virginia case
• Prosecutors maintained the Virginia case was different and supported Dugan's conviction