• Minnesota state Senator Justin Eichorn was arrested for soliciting a minor.
• His arrest occurred on the same day he introduced a bill defining “Trump derangement syndrome” as a mental health condition.
• Eichorn faces felony charges and has been called to resign by his Republican colleagues.

A Minnesota lawmaker, Senator Justin Eichorn (R), found himself embroiled in controversy after being arrested for allegedly attempting to solicit sex from a minor. The arrest took place on a day when he introduced a bill advocating the inclusion of "Trump derangement syndrome" (TDS) in the state's mental health definitions. The bill characterizes TDS as an acute onset of paranoia linked to reactions toward President Trump's policies.

According to the Bloomington Police Department, Eichorn had been communicating with an undercover officer whom he believed to be a 17-year-old girl. After arranging a meeting, he was arrested at a public location on Monday. Police Chief Booker Hodges emphasized the seriousness of the situation, stating, “As a 40-year-old man, if you come to the Orange Jumpsuit District looking to have sex with someone’s child, you can expect that we are going to lock you up,” highlighting the need for stringent penalties for such offenses, as reported by ABC News.

Upon his arrest, Eichorn was charged with soliciting a minor for prostitution, which has since escalated to federal charges of attempted coercion and enticement. During the communications, he reportedly made comments attempting to justify the age of consent laws while expressing interest in explicit images. These alarming details were disclosed in a federal complaint, which adds gravity to the case, as outlined by HuffPost.

The fallout from Eichorn's actions has been swift, with numerous lawmakers, including both Republicans and Democrats, calling for his resignation. A joint statement from Minnesota Senate Republicans expressed shock at the allegations and stated, “this alleged conduct demands an immediate resignation.” The ongoing developments continue to attract public attention, raising questions about accountability and the implications of such actions for public officials.

As the case progresses, it reflects broader societal concerns over the safety of minors and the integrity of elected officials. Anyone aware of similar exploitation cases is urged to reach out to appropriate authorities.