How dramatic irony affects the reader’s feelings towards Commander Judd and the regime?

Commander Judd is considered a great catch because of his wealth and position. He consistently, however, abuses his wives and looks for ways to rid himself of what tires him and find something new..... meaning, once he is tired of his spouse, he eliminates her in order to find a new one. In addition, Judd thoroughly believes in the theocratic principles of the regime. Although he is one of the older Commanders, he continues control the Eyes and the Angels, the secret police and military forces of Gilead. Despite having such power, however, he ironically defers to Aunt Lydia's (a mere woman) advice on most matters. Dramatic irony can be found in the Commander's dependence upon the "lesser" group (women).