Wisconsin Judge Monica Isham threatens not to hold court in protest of federal authorities arresting fellow judge Hannah Dugan for obstructing ICE. Dugan shielded an illegal immigrant from arrest, leading to her own arrest. Isham refuses to work with ICE and demands guidance and support to prevent arrests in her courtroom.
Key Points
Judge Monica Isham refuses to hold court if not provided guidance and support to prevent ICE arrests
Judge Hannah Dugan arrested for obstructing ICE and shielding an illegal immigrant
Legal challenges arise in balancing state and federal laws regarding immigration enforcement
Pros
Judges standing up for due process and constitutional rights
Raising awareness about legal challenges to deportation policies
Cons
Conflict between state and federal authorities
Risk of judges facing repercussions for opposing federal agencies