Marion County Republicans are accusing former U.S. Attorney Joe Hogsett of breaking a federal law, saying he started coordinating a campaign for Mayor of Indianapolis while he was still U.S. Attorney.

Former U.S. Attorney and Secretary of State Joe Hogsett started his new position with Indianapolis law firm Bose McKinney & Evans, Monday. The Democrat also plans to file an exploratory committee to run for Mayor of Indianapolis.

Outgoing U.S. Attorney Joe Hogsett will join private Indianapolis-based law firm Bose, McKinney and Evans LLP effective August 1, according to a press release issued by the firm this morning.

United States Attorney Joe Hogsett is resigning. He sent a letter to Attorney General Eric Holder, Monday, announcing that he will leave his position July 31st.