A second prosecutor has resigned from the Justice Department’s sweeping investigation into what officials call a “grand conspiracy” involving President Trump.
The departure marks another setback for the case, which has faced mounting internal difficulties in recent weeks.
The investigation represents the department’s most aggressive effort to pursue federal officials who previously examined Trump’s conduct.
That broader inquiry has drawn scrutiny for appearing to align with the president’s stated desire for retribution against his investigators.
The resigning prosecutor’s name and specific reasons for leaving were not immediately disclosed.
The first prosecutor’s exit came earlier, raising questions about the stability of the team handling the matter.
Legal analysts suggest the repeated departures could slow the case’s progress or signal deeper disagreements inside the department.
The Justice Department has not issued a public statement on the latest resignation or its impact on the investigation.
