Wisconsin Congresswoman Gwen Moore refused to answer questions Wednesday about her endorsement last year of a Milwaukee County Circuit Court judge now charged with possession child pornography. Judge Brett Blomme was arrested Tuesday and faces seven felony counts.
Blomme was elected last year and touted Moore as his first major endorsement ahead of February's primary.
"I support Brett because, like me, he is committed to making Milwaukee a better place for all of us," Moore said in her endorsement of Blomme. "He is a former public defender who has dedicated his career to fighting for justice and equity. Please join me in supporting Brett Blomme for Milwaukee County Circuit Court, Branch 5 on February 18. Brett is the change we need to help fix our broken criminal justice system."
Blomme defeated incumbent judge Paul Dedinsky and was seated on the bench in August. He was assigned to Children's Court. On Monday, investigators executed search warrants at two homes in Milwaukee and Dane County, in his car, and even in his judicial chamber.
"I’m so honored to have Congresswoman Moore’s support in this important election," Blomme said of Moore's endorsement last year. "I admire her commitment to our community. Her long career of public service and fighting for those that are often overlooked and left behind should inspire each of us in our daily lives. She certainly inspires me."
Photos from the "Blomme for Judge" Facebook page show the two at multiple events.
Moore's office has not yet responded to "The Dan O'Donnell Show's" requests for comment.