As this quiets down, it appears to really be just a local massage parlor bust, rather than any big coordinated effort to get at the root problem of trafficking. Kraft will most likely just get a plea deal for time served (that's the 60 minutes he spent on the massage table) and a small fine.
The hypocrisy in the shocked typical American reaction is entertaining. Almost every town has one of these massage places.
The game goes on all the time. The guy goes in to get the handy, but the staff has to be sure you are not a cop. Generally the cops let these things go, as it's considered "victimless". If the massage parlor gets careless and starts to disturb the peace, some local residents make a complaint and the cops are forced to bust the place. A few weeks later, a new similar place opens with a different owner and the process goes on. It's basically whack a mole, as as fast as they close them, a new one opens to replace it.
Why do men do this? It's basically healthy or desirable for a man to release some frustration - let's say weekly. If you are not getting it for free in some kind or consensual relationship, you will look elsewhere. The massage parlor option costs $150-200 per visit, and can usually be completely anonymous. A real prostitute, or an escort will cost more, may not be as hygienic, and may not be anonymous/ or lead to extortion. Plus there can be an hour of two of time commitment and emotion vs. 17 minutes on way to the airport.
The trafficking and asian mafia type organisation structure (ie. who fronts the capital for the storefront lease and the remodel and equipment, each time one of these opens?) can be a tragedy, but it's hard to tell if your local parlor, or your specific masseuse is involved in this.
The idea that each red blooded American male should abstain is beyond ridiculous. We've tried that with prohibition and the war on drugs.
