JANESVILLE — Reaction came swiftly Friday from state legislators who represent the Rock County area, as well as from other elected officials and organizations statewide, following the arrest of a Milwaukee judge by the FBI for allegedly helping a man evade immigration authorities.
FILE - FBI director Kash Patel arrives on the South Lawn of the White House before President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump participate in the White House Easter Egg Roll, April 21, 2025, in Washington.
Alex Brandon - AP
The FBI on Friday arrested Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan, escalating a clash between the Trump administration and the judiciary over the Republican president’s sweeping immigration crackdown.
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FBI director Kash Patel arrives on the South Lawn of the White House before President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump participate in the White House Easter Egg Roll, April 21, 2025, in Washington.
Alex Brandon - AP
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