CAEGI 0003 November Ads 2022x250

Kenosha County Eye

Joel Trudell Attempts To Keep KCE Out Of His Resisting Arrest and Disorderly Conduct Trial

Share
Tweet
Local Liberal Activist Joel Paul Trudell (44) of Kenosha Being Arrested After Fighting With Police
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

Kenosha County Eye has been granted press credentials for the upcoming trial of Joel Trudell. Trudell faces one year behind bars minus any time for good behavior for disorderly conduct and resisting arrest charges. KCE has covered this case from the date of the arrest. I was there and photographed it. If Trudell and his lawyer get their way, KCE won’t be able to cover the trial. They don’t have a good argument to keep us out, so they are trying to use a loophole.

Paid Advertisement
William Sulton and Joel Trudell In Court Earlier This Year
(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

Trudell’s attorney, William Sulton (D), who is also the President of the Wisconsin ACLU, subpoenaed me today to testify in the trial. I was a witness in my capacity as a journalist, but so were 50 other people. The prosecutor in this case, Zeke Wiedenfeld (D), didn’t subpoena me because it doesn’t make sense. It’s a simple case. Was Trudell disorderly and did he resist arrest? It was captured on at least three video cameras. In a text to me today, Sulton said that he will be asking the Judge to exclude me from the courtroom during testimony. This is called “excluding witnesses” and is used so that witnesses’ memories aren’t tainted by other people’s testimony. T. Clair Binger tried this trick during the Rittenhouse trial. He put me on the witness list, even though I was 15 miles away during the shootings. He wanted me out of the courtroom.

Kenosha County Circuit Court Judge Anthony Milisauskas
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

Today I filed a motion to quash the subpoena. I don’t think Trudell nor his attorney should be able to subpoena me to testify with the sole purpose to keep me out. It’s anti-first amendment – especially when there are dozens of people who witnessed Trudell’s behavior. I happen to also find Trudell to be a despicable human being, so like I told Sulton, I’m not going to be a good witness for the defense. I believe the judge will see this. The trial will be presided on by Judge Anthony Milisauskas, one of the fairest judges in the county.

Paid Advertisement

Even if the judge disagrees with me, I will still be permitted to be in the courtroom during jury selection, opening statements, and after I testify. Believe me, I won’t be testifying. I would love to tell the jury how violent Trudell was with two hard-working Sheriff’s Deputies. I would love to tell the jury how disorderly he was when he yelled and shouted profanities in a crowded room – when he lunged towards the elected officials. I would almost trade covering this case for that chance. But I won’t. It would be ineffective assistance of counsel if Sulton calls me to testify.

The trial is scheduled to take place on October 23, 2023 but there are also four felony trials that day, so it is a 50/50 chance that this trial will proceed. Trudell was made a generous plea offer by the liberal Walworth DA, but he rejected it. Also, the subpoena that I received today isn’t legally valid, because it was signed by the attorney. Wis Stat 885.01 doesn’t allow defense attorneys to issue subpoenas in criminal court.

Paid Advertisement
Local Liberal Activist Joel Paul Trudell (44) of Kenosha Being Arrested After Fighting With Police
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

The Arrest
On June 21, 2022, The Kenosha County Democratic Party, led by failed senate candidate Lori Hawkins (D) and Jodi Meurhoff (D) rallied democrats from all over the county to oppose a measure that ended a decade-long prohibition against concealed carry in certain county buildings. Trudell is frequently called a “troll” and is commonly seen at board meetings acting “off.” Trudell is married to Kenosha Attorney Kate Trudell of Johnson Bank, who is also a local liberal activist. Trudell was visibly mocking speakers that spoke in favor of the removal of the “no guns signs” at certain county buildings. He was admonished and warned several times during the first 10 or so speakers.

Chairman Nudo at first was very patient with Trudell, telling him to be respectful of other taxpayers. Eventually it was Trudell’s turn to speak. He went off topic and started verbally attacking members of the board by name, questioning why they accepted campaign contributions, which is normal in elections. Trudell started to get uncivil and disorderly, raising his voice and shouting. He then verbally attacked a resident who passed him while getting in line to speak. He received another warning from Nudo. “I’ll get to you next Nudo!” Trudell shouted. After ignoring the Chairman’s repeated warnings, Nudo ordered Trudell to be removed from the podium. Two Kenosha Deputies politely asked Trudell to back away from the podium. Instead, Trudell refused verbally and clutched the podium saying “I’m not leaving. I am speaking!” Deputies repeatedly gave Trudell verbal commands that he ignored. The struggle ended up on the ground and Trudell continued to fight with the deputies.

Paid Advertisement
Local Liberal Activist Joel Paul Trudell (44) of Kenosha Being Arrested After Fighting With Police
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

Trudell was finally cuffed and booked into the Kenosha County Jail at 8:45pm on June 21, 2022 and spent about 12 hours in jail before being bailed out. Many people commented and cheered him on for fighting with law enforcement. Kenosha DA Mike Graveley recused himself and asked the Walworth County DA Zeke Wiedenfeld (D) to handle the case and it took months to charge him.

Author

  • Kevin Mathewson

    Kevin Mathewson is a disciple of Christ, husband and a father to two wonderful children. Mathewson was born and raised in Lake County, IL and worked as a police & fire dispatcher from 2005 to 2010 in Round Lake Beach, IL. Mathewson moved to Kenosha County in 2006, later being elected to the position of Alderman of the 8th District in 2012 and 2016. Mathewson is a private investigator, security contractor, journalist, and photographer. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, camping and boating. His favorite amendment is the second, followed closely by the first. He loves his country and community.

Share
Tweet
LATEST NEWS

Carthage Students Protest Embattled Carthage President John Swallow’s Handling Of Sexual Assault

A Kenosha man named Cortez L. Newman was recently arrested and charged with second degree seuxal assault. If convicted, he could be sentenced to prison for up to 40 years. According to the criminal complaint, the assault happened on August 20, 2023. Newman is alleged to have raped a woman and the details are so gruesome, that KCE will not be sharing them here. The victim sought medical treatment on September 6, 2023, and had a

Read More »

Feel-Good Friday – A Kenosha Judge Who Shows Kindness Everyday

Kenosha County Circuit Court Judge, The Honorable Anthony Milisauskas graduated from the University of Illinois, Chicago School of Law in 1983, and was admitted into the Wisconsin bar in 1984. Judge Milisauskas was born and raised in Kenosha. Judge Milisauskas opened a law office and worked for himself until 2005. From 2001 to 2005, he was a Kenosha County Circuit Court Commissioner and a guardian ad litem. He was also a Somers Municipal Judge from 2000-2005.

Read More »
MORE TOP STORIES

County Executive Hires Woman Fired For Fraud, Under Criminal Investigation

County Executive Samantha Kerkman isn’t answering any questions about a very risky hire she made a few months ago – Sherry Kruse. Kruse is the County’s new Veterans Benefits Representative. Before County Executive Samantha Kerkman hired her for the important role, she worked for the Veterans Assistance Commission of Lake County as its Assistant Superintendent. According to her personnel file, released by VACLC by means of a F.O.I.A. request, she had been in extremely hot water

Read More »

Kenosha Woman Announces Bid for Mayor

Elizabeth Garcia quipped Kenosha is her hobby, saying “I wish it were my job!” A workingmother who uses her free time towards bettering our city, Garcia has announced her bid forMayor of Kenosha. Enthusiastic and determined Garcia asserts, “ I am solution oriented: when Isee a problem, I try to fix it. If I can’t fix it, I find out who can. I want Kenoshans to know theirtax dollars are being used in meaningful ways; I

Read More »

Kenosha College Student Thanks Lawyer For Her Recent Exoneration For Charges Related To Near-Deadly Crash

On May 19, 2023, Marissa Chon was doing what many college students do on a Friday night – drinking alcohol with friends. She was with her then-boyfriend, Elijah J. Schoffstall, a Carthage soccer player. At about 2:21 am, the two were involved in a serious car wreck at Carthage College, a school where they both attended. Both were severely injured and were lucky to survive. Police and bystanders quickly arrived at the scene of the crash

Read More »

Kenosha Judge Eviscerates First Amendment In Bizarre Ruling – Opinion

Circuit Court Judges like David Wilk (D) can’t change the first amendment, no matter how much they hate it. It’s part of our great Constitution and there are many layers of the judiciary above the circuit coirt that work as checks and balances. That doesn’t mean that they can’t try, however. That’s exactly what David Wilk tried to do in an oral/written ruling from this past Monday. Let’s start with Judge Wilk’s beginning. Wilk attended Hamline

Read More »

Embattled Director Of Women’s Shelter Drops Lawsuit That Was Allegedly Filed Illegally

The embattled director of Women and Children’s Horizons dropped a lawsuit yesterday, two weeks after it was filed, and only 10 days after KCE published an article alleging she was practicing law without a license. According to a 8-count findings document outlining an investigation into misconduct, Paine was disbarred May 20, 2023. The documents says in part, “After proceedings conducted pursuant to [Michigan Supreme Court Rules], the panel found, based on [Paine’s] admissions to all of the

Read More »

Man Who Escaped Kenosha Prison In July Captured In Milwaukee County, Was In Possession of Firearm

On July 26, 2023 a State Prison inmate named Parish Eckford escaped from a Kenosha Prison. This is a State of Wisconsin Department of Corrections Facility and not associated with the Sheriff’s Department jail. Eckford was serving a 16-year prison sentence for the following convictions in Milwaukee Circuit Court: Eckford was scheduled to be released the month he escaped. He previously served 5 years for armed Robbery. The prison, is a minimum security prison that is

Read More »

22 Responses

  1. There is an old saying.
    It goes something like this.

    “Even bad press is good press.
    As long as they spell my name correctly.”

    You would think Trudell would want coverage of “anything” about him.

    So why try to keep Kevin away?

    Not to smart !!
    Go figure

    1. That’s such an unnecessary and anti-semitic common. The judicial system was established by British pilgrims who came to America. It is not even run by Jewish people. No one involved in this case is even Jewish.

      12
      1
  2. He is such a hypocritical troll it’s almost embarrassing. He has kids? My gosh what an embarrassment. Surprised he wife didn’t tell him to man up to his arrest that he did to try and become Kenosha activist famous. He literally looks like he is a housewife that she keeps locked in the house all day. He is by far the most hater person in Kenosha. If you can’t be there due to testifying, send someone else as your counterpart. He brags online and tells people to come to his trial as he trolls, yet scared to have you there?

    11
    1. His wife hides behind him. She’s just as crazy as he is, but works for Johnsons, so she has to mind herself a little bit…. Those poor children.

      Maybe jail would be good for him, he can get some practice running away from Bubba, and see what real crime is.

  3. Kevin, in the article you mentioned that it’s anti-second amendment to keep you to the courtroom. I think you mean first amendment. I don’t think you’re bringing your gun into the courtroom. You might want to change that.

  4. It’s always amazing to see how much these nasty liberals can dish out, but then cry victim when tables turn. What a vile, nasty troll. He is a large cop hating man child. Check out Kenosha Police Department Accountability and Transparency Squad FB page he created. Hopefully he’ll never need the Police, but he’s the type that would be the first to call!

    10
  5. What was the plea deal? You know he will probably only get a slap on the wrist. Ans the judge is not fair. He’s an old man who needs to retire.

    1
    0
  6. This guy is a filthy pig! He is always talking about sexual topics in front of others–i hope he gets his full prison term

  7. Liberal Democrats, the Party of Chaos and Aberrant Behavior are represented in the courtroom by Graveley, Wiedenfeld, Hanson, C Kerkman, Binger, McNeill, and other despicable characters.

  8. Kevin,
    If something like that ever takes (subpoena keeping you from covering a particular trial), do you have a backup person?
    I’m not asking for names, just curious if you’re stuck, do have someone else to cover?
    I don’t know the particulars, KCE is you or is it you and those working with you?

    No sir, not volunteering!
    No patience for such a thing; our DA’s Office shows again and again what little regard they have for normal people. I couldn’t stand being around them as they kiss-butt to all the criminals.
    I respect what you do for us.

    4
    1
  9. Joel is looking………..fit. He single handedly can prove McDonald’s ice cream machines are working.

  10. He reminds me of the little brother with his finger in your face saying “ I’m not touching you, I’m not touching you”. And then when you get fed up and smack him one he runs and tells mom.

    1. 100%! At the last school board meeting he was doing this. Kept getting into people’s faces with his tablet and acting like he was going to bump into them.

Add a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Subscribe to updates

Get notified of new articles. We'll never share your email address.