Members of the Democratic Party of Milwaukee County have known Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan for decades as a strong, ethical supporter of the rule of law and an advocate for all members of our community. She is a model public servant with an unwavering commitment to human

MADISON, Wisconsin — Today, Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan was arrested by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Representative Renuka Mayadev (AD-77, Madison) released the following statement:  “It is very disturbing to hear that Judge Hannah Dugan was arrested this morning in what appears on its face to be a gross

APPLETON, WI – Representative Lee Snodgrass (D-Appleton), issued the following statement about the FBI arresting Judge Hannah Dugan: “I am alarmed and share deep concern regarding reports of the FBI arrest of a sitting judge in Milwaukee today. Since his election, President Trump and his administration have chosen to weaponize

[Madison, WI] – As the ranking member of the Judiciary Committee in the State of Wisconsin, I am appalled on the assault of our Wisconsin State Constitution by the Federal Bureau of Investigation here in Milwaukee.    I am calling on the Federal Government to adhere to the US Constitution and

MADISON, WI –  As organizations committed to protecting democracy, civil rights, and equal justice in Wisconsin, we are deeply troubled by the news of Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan’s arrest by federal agents at the courthouse. Judge Dugan is a dedicated and principled public servant, guided by fairness, compassion, and

WHITEFISH BAY – State Senator Jodi Habush Sinykin (D-Whitefish Bay) issued the following statement regarding the FBI’s arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan: “While all the facts are not yet known, one thing is clear: in this country, every individual — including Judge Dugan — has a fundamental right to due

(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) released the following statement in response to reports that Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan was arrested for obstructing the arrest of an illegal immigrant: “It is shameful, though sadly no longer shocking, that a liberal judge would go so far as to

MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County Supervisor and 1st Vice Chair Steven Shea, 2nd Vice Chair Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones, Supervisors Juan Miguel Martinez, Jack Eckblad, Sequanna Taylor, Sky Z. Capriolo, Felesia A. Martin, Anne O’Connor, Sheldon A. Wasserman, and Kathleen Vincent issued the following statement regarding the arrest of Milwaukee County Circuit Judge

The Milwaukee Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) condemn the FBI’s arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan, accused of obstructing ICE agents from taking a man into custody at the federal courthouse during the recent escalation in arrests of immigrants and minorities throughout the country at the behest of President Trump and

REEDSBURG, Wis. – Today Devin Remiker has announced additional grassroots endorsements in his bid for WisDems chair, building on the support from key party leaders and elected officials. Already this week Remiker has announced support from Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer, Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein, and more than a

MADISON… Assembly Majority Leader Tyler August (R-Walworth) released the following statement in response to the FBI’s arrest of Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan: “We strongly condemn the actions of Judge Dugan and applaud the FBI for pursuing the arrest. These charges are serious, deeply troubling, and strike at the

MILWAUKEE – County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson, Supervisor Caroline Gómez-Tom, and Supervisor Juan Miguel Martinez, members of the Latiné Caucus, issued the following statements addressing the mounting concern over the FBI’s arrest of Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan on charges not yet made available to the public. The

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ContactMelissa Mulliken, Director of CommunicationsOffice of Senator Dianne Hesselbein608-206-1818 (cell)608-266-6670 (office) Today, Senator Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton), the Senate Minority Leader and Senator Dora Drake (D-Milwaukee), the Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety and the Senate Democratic Caucus Vice Chair, released the following statement regardin… Please

RICHLAND CENTER, Wis. – Yesterday, State Senators Sarah Keyeski (D – Lodi) and Brad Pfaff (D – Onalaska) hosted a roundtable with community and business leaders to discuss the local impacts of federal cuts and potential actions. Also joining the roundtable was Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez. Senators and participants released the

MADISON, WISCONSIN & LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA – The Wisconsin State Legislature has adopted Senate Joint Resolution 16, officially designating May 1 as St. Joseph the Worker Day in Wisconsin. Inspired by Louisiana’s 2021 Senate Resolution 116, Wisconsin embraces the same language and spirit to honor the dignity of all working men and women, celebrating

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Yesterday, DNC Chair Ken Martin and ASDC President Jane Kleeb announced a historic four-year agreement to provide a combined total of $1 million every month to all 57 Democratic state and territory parties – making this our largest investment in state parties to date. Through Chair Martin’s “organize everywhere, win anywhere” strategy,

MADISON, WI –  As organizations committed to protecting democracy, civil rights, and equal justice in Wisconsin, we are deeply troubled by the news of Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan’s arrest by federal agents at the courthouse. Judge Dugan is a dedicated and principled public servant, guided by fairness, compassion, and

BELOIT – State Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) released the following statement reacting to the FBI’s arrest of Milwaukee Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan: “Last week, I warned that President Trump and his administration had increased their threats to citizens and noncitizens alike after the illegal arrest and deportation of Kilmar