In ongoing developments surrounding the investigations into former President Trump, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has demanded that Special Counsel Jack Smith preserve all records related to his cases against Trump. This comes as House Republicans, including Jim Jordan and Lindsey Graham, have escalated their warnings to Smith, urging him to retain documentation amid growing tensions over the probes. Graham notably celebrated Trump’s recent victories while issuing threats aimed at Smith, emphasizing party loyalty and raising concerns over what he perceives as the ‘weaponization’ of the justice system. As GOP officials express their intent to hold Smith accountable, analysts caution that Congressional Republicans should be careful with their demands, as calls for testimony could have unintended consequences. The calls for record preservation reflect an acute focus on the implications of the investigations and potential retribution against those involved.