Federal Prosecutors Seek to Block Release of Ex-Minnesota Senator Justin Eichorn
Eichorn remains in custody following allegations of obstructing the investigation and lying about firearm possession after his arrest in a sex trafficking sting.
- Justin Eichorn, former Minnesota state senator, was arrested on March 17 during a police sting operation for allegedly attempting to solicit sex from a minor.
- Federal prosecutors are pushing to keep Eichorn detained, citing new allegations that he lied about having a firearm and attempted to obstruct the FBI investigation from jail.
- An FBI search of Eichorn's St. Paul apartment uncovered a handgun, ammunition, $1,000 in cash, a laptop, and other items, raising concerns about public safety risks.
- Eichorn’s wife filed for divorce on March 24, days after his arrest and resignation from the Minnesota Senate, underscoring the personal fallout of the case.
- Prosecutors argue that Eichorn’s text messages with an undercover officer demonstrate familiarity with soliciting minors, further emphasizing the seriousness of the charges.