A Justice Department employee who was prosecuted for his alleged involvement in the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol announced his resignation Thursday.

The individual, described as a former FBI agent, had been hired by the Justice Department during the Trump administration despite facing legal proceedings related to the Capitol breach.

The resignation comes amid ongoing scrutiny of government employees and their conduct surrounding the January 6 events. The Justice Department has prosecuted hundreds of individuals in connection with the Capitol attack.

Separately, Democratic senators have initiated inquiries into potential insider trading by government officials, though it's unclear if these investigations are related to the resignation.

The departure highlights continuing personnel changes within federal agencies as they address conduct issues stemming from the January 6 attack and its aftermath.