Republican Minnesota state Sen. Justin Eichorn charged after prostitution sting arrest

A Republican Minnesota state senator arrested earlier this week after an alleged attempt to solicit sex from a minor faces federal charges.

On Wednesday, Sen. Justin Eichorn of Grand Rapids was federally charged with attempted coercion and enticement of a minor. 

"The U.S. Attorney's Office has no tolerance for public officials who violate federal law—particularly those laws meant to protect children," Acting U.S. Attorney Lisa D. Kirkpatrick said.