Jonathan Turley on Wisconsin Judge Indicted for Aiding Illegal Immigrant

Judge Dugan's Indictment

• ⚖️ A federal grand jury has charged Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan for allegedly helping an illegal immigrant evade ICE agents.
• 💬 Jonathan Turley discusses the indictment, noting that Dugan believes she will be vindicated and may seek jury nullification in a liberal district.
• 🚨 Turley expresses confusion about a judge allegedly helping someone evade federal authorities, stating Dugan appears to have crossed a line.

Legal Arguments and Defense

• 🏛️ Judge Dugan's legal team has filed a motion to dismiss the federal case, arguing she is entitled to judicial immunity for her official acts.
• 🚫 Turley questions this argument, stating Dugan was not acting within her judicial duties when she allegedly confronted agents and led the individual out a side door.
• 📜 The defense also claims the prosecution is unprecedented and unconstitutional, violating the 10th Amendment and principles of federalism.

Turley's Perspective

• ⚠️ Turley finds nothing redeeming in the facts presented for the judge, despite some Democrats and media declaring her a hero.
• 🚶 Stepping down from the bench to become involved in such a case makes her an alleged lawbreaker.
• 🧐 The professor believes the motion to dismiss will likely be turned down by the court.