Justin Eichorn, ex-Minnesota senator, charged in federal court after Bloomington sting for soliciting a minor. Defense argues political bias in charges.

Justin Eichorn’s defense argued Wednesday that his status as a former state senator is leading him to be unfairly prosecuted, and asks for federal charges to be dropped.

A judge heard former Minnesota state Sen. Justin Eichorn’s request to dismiss federal charges Wednesday, arguing that his status as a former public official is leading to a “vindictive” and ...

Former Minnesota state senator Justin Eichorn is accused of soliciting a minor for prostitution after a sting operation in Bloomington back in March.

At a motion hearing Wednesday, former Minnesota senator Justin Eichorn's attorney argued for a dismissal of the federal indictment in the minor solicitation case.