Isn’t this called... “obstruction of justice.” How many people are in jail for that crime? Nixon had to resign for this before he was impeached for less.
Yep:
18 U.S. Code Chapter 73 - OBSTRUCTION OF JUSTICE
...
18 U.S. Code § 1519 - Destruction, alteration, or falsification of records in Federal investigations and bankruptcy
Whoever knowingly alters, destroys, mutilates, conceals, covers up, falsifies, or makes a false entry in any record, document, or tangible object with the intent to impede, obstruct, or influence the investigation or proper administration of any matter within the jurisdiction of any department or agency of the United States or any case filed under title 11, or in relation to or contemplation of any such matter or case, shall be fined under this title, imprisoned not more than 20 years, or both.