Deportation Follows Allegations Against Judge

An undocumented individual, who was reportedly assisted by a Minnesota judge in evading capture at a Milwaukee court, has been removed from the United States, as confirmed by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

Judge's Federal Charges

Hannah Dugan, a circuit court judge in Milwaukee County, was detained in April. She faces a federal indictment with two charges: impeding DHS removal proceedings and deliberately hiding Eduardo Flores-Ruiz from immigration authorities.

Failed Motion to Dismiss the Case

Federal agents were present at the Milwaukee County Circuit Court on April 18 aiming to detain Flores-Ruiz, who appeared there on accusations of battery. Prosecutors allege that after conversing with the agents, Dugan suggested they visit the chief judge's office.

Subsequently, Dugan is accused of directing Flores-Ruiz and his counsel through a restricted exit, allegedly to assist him in circumventing arrest for immigration violations.

Originally from Mexico, Flores-Ruiz was eventually apprehended and charged with illegally reentering U.S. borders.

After admitting guilt to these accusations, he was sentenced to time already served, federal records indicate.

Deportation and Criminal History

ICE deported him on Thursday as confirmed by DHS. Flores-Ruiz reportedly had entered the U.S. twice without legal permission and had a "violent criminal history" comprising acts such as battery and domestic violence.

Upcoming Trial for Judge Dugan

Tricia McLaughlin, DHS Assistant Secretary, remarked, "Judge Hannah Dugan's intervention to halt this dangerous criminal's arrest exemplifies a significant deviation in judicial conduct. Our ICE officers have ensured the safety of our country by deporting this individual."

Maintaining her innocence, Dugan has entered a not guilty plea. Her trial is slated to commence on December 15.

Following her arrest, the Wisconsin Supreme Court issued an order to temporarily relieve Dugan from her judicial duties, citing public interest as the driving factor.