Sherwin confirmed the investigation with CBS News.

His civil rights section will lead the prosecution, which is being investigated by D.C. police and the FBI.

The Epoch Times hasn't been able to independently verify the investigation.

The U.S. Attorney Office of the District of Columbia refused to comment on the reported investigation.

The FBI and The U.S. Capitol Police (USCP) didn't respond to a request for comment.

On Jan. 6, Trump supporters marched on foot to the Capitol after President Donald Trump gave a speech near the White House. Trump thanked his supporters for being present and listed a series of voting irregularities that happened in different states, alleging there was widespread fraud. Rudy Giuliani, the president's attorney, also gave a speech listing evidence for the alleged fraud.

Babbitt entered the Capitol building with a group of protesters, including left-wing activist John Sullivan.