Wisconsin Judge Resigns Following Obstruction Conviction Amid Impeachment Threats

Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan has resigned following her conviction for felony obstruction. In April 2025, Dugan was accused of assisting Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, a Mexican immigrant, in evading federal immigration agents by directing him through a private courthouse exit. A federal jury found her guilty on December 19, 2025, leading to potential impeachment proceedings initiated by Wisconsin Republicans. In her resignation letter to Governor Tony Evers, Dugan stated that the ongoing legal proceedings presented "immense and complex challenges that threaten the independence of our judiciary." Governor Evers' office confirmed receipt of the resignation and is working to fill the vacancy promptly. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos commented, "I'm glad Dugan did the right thing by resigning and followed the clear direction from the Wisconsin Constitution."