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Jack Smith reviewed texts from 44 lawmakers, senators say
By Andrew Goudsward Reuters at Waco Tribune-Herald
· July 15, 2026
· 1 min read
* Prosecutors subpoened text messages from phones used by top Trump officials * Lawmakers included 40 Republicans and four Democrats, senators say * Smith investigated Trump's attempts to overturn
Why this matters in The Waco
The revelation that prosecutors subpoenaed text messages from phones used by top Trump officials has significant implications for the local community. As Waco residents, we should be aware that the investigation into Trump's attempts to overturn the election results may have far-reaching consequences for our own elected representatives. With 40 Republicans and four Democrats from our state potentially involved, this story hits close to home. The fact that local lawmakers' communications are being scrutinized raises questions about the level of transparency and accountability we can expect from our own government officials. As this story continues to unfold, Waco residents should pay close attention to how our local leaders respond to the investigation and what measures they take to ensure the integrity of our electoral process. This could have a lasting impact on the trust and confidence we have in our local government.
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Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: Waco Tribune-Herald ·
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What is this story about? * Prosecutors subpoened text messages from phones used by top Trump officials * Lawmakers included 40 Republicans and four Democrats, senators say * Smith investigated Trump's attempts to overturn
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