American tax officials

Chapter 119 The Trial of Dieter

Matthew chimed in, "Chief Tax Officer David, our New Town branch also expresses its gratitude..."

After receiving their respective payments, the two did not linger and turned to leave.

Now, it was the inspectors from the lake area bureau's turn to feel both anticipation and nervousness.

In their view, each inspection team in the two branches of the Public Security Bureau, the Main Street Branch and the New Urban Branch, who were essentially ripping off the local residents, managed to collect 5 yuan in taxes.

Those inspection teams that made great contributions to this operation must have had at least one to two times as many members, if not more.

Amid everyone's anticipation, David looked around and slowly said, "Everyone has worked hard since the Dieter case began."

"Regarding this case up to now, I have roughly calculated that there are still more than 4200 million yuan in taxes that have not been distributed."

"So I'm planning to give each of the seven inspection teams—teams 1, 2, 3...—one million. Do you think that's a good idea?"

These seven teams joined the investigation into the Dieter case later.

However, the armed expeditions to the reservation yesterday and today were risky missions. Even if they didn't achieve anything, they still put in the effort, so it wouldn't be fair if they weren't paid generously in taxes.

These seven teams, each with eight inspectors, are allocated 1 million yuan in taxes, which is 125,000 yuan per person.

David felt it was about time!

Upon hearing that each team would receive 100 million in taxes, the inspectors from the seven teams were initially stunned, but then became overjoyed.

Most of them thought that if each team could earn around 30 to 50, that would be pretty good.

Unexpectedly, David directly allocated 100 million to their team.

"Chief Tax Officer David, thank you very much."

"Tax Chief Tether Q David..."

"..."

Overjoyed, the inspectors from the seven teams all expressed their gratitude to David.

The remaining three inspection teams, whose names had not yet been called, were now even more excited and expectant.

Especially David's seventh squad.

They were not only David's trusted team, but more importantly, they were also the team that was first involved in the Dieter case.

The other seven inspection teams all received 1 million in tax revenue, so it's not unreasonable for them to take 1.5 million or even 2 million.

With the remaining three teams looking on expectantly, David first looked at Hector and Hutton, then said, "Tax Chief Hector and Tax Chief Hutton, your teams did a good job clearing out the Dieter warehouse. So, on top of the 100 million, let's add 50, making it 150 million per team. Any objections?"

"Haha, of course I have no objection, it's very fair!"

Hector and Hutton replied in unison, their faces beaming with joy.

The members of their inspection team were instantly overjoyed.

That's 150!

You have to understand, during the last assessment period, the total tax revenue of the entire district was only about this much, and now they've made it with just one inspection team. How could they not be excited?

David finally looked at Nissen, Bucky, and the others, and said, "As for my Seventh Squad... 200 million!"

Upon hearing this, Buckinson and the others were delighted.

Just as they had imagined, their tax revenue was double that of the ordinary teams!

Meanwhile, the seven teams, who were initially happy, were filled with envy after seeing that the seventh team received 2 million in taxes, twice as much as they had.

Two million, even if divided equally among the eight tax inspectors, that's nearly 250,000 in tax revenue per person!

At this moment, many inspectors were secretly regretting that they had been assigned to David's seventh squad as inspectors!

And so, the "Rewards and Merits Ceremony" ended in a happy atmosphere for all.

To be precise, it wasn't entirely a happy ending for everyone.

David felt a pang of regret, at least deep down.

The total tax revenue from the Dieter case was over $4200 million. The 10 teams split $1200 million, meaning there was still about $3000 million left!

3000 million, plus his current tax credit of over 400 million, that's over 3400 million.

Brown Soros, who currently ranks first in the nation, has a tax record of around $2300 million.

Bellamy Hardy, who ranked second, had a tax record of over $1800 million.

With 3400 million, he is certain to top the national tax revenue list.

If that 1200 million hadn't been distributed, there are only a few days left before the assessment period. With his tax performance of over 4600 million, he might have been able to take first place in tax performance during this assessment period!

Even if we can't be number one, we're at least guaranteed a spot in the top three!

Of course, this was just something David was thinking.

In this case, all the investigators in the bureau made great contributions. How could he possibly pocket all the tax revenue?

Even being stingy with points is unacceptable!

If the amount is too small, not only will the investigators in the bureau harbor resentment, but if they encounter another difficult case like the Dieter case in the future, who will be willing to risk their lives for him?

Never mind, there's still time!

Moreover, the major district also asked him to investigate three major cases!

With the tax revenue from these major cases, even if he can't top the tax performance list by the end of the assessment period, he should be able to maintain his position in the top ten!

……

This night was destined to be another sleepless one for many.

Since the IRS deployed armed forces this time, David, as the commander-in-chief of this case, has become a household name throughout the IRS system.

In the past, auditors across the country discussed figures like Brown Soros and Bellamy Hardy, who consistently ranked in the top 5 or 10 during their evaluation periods.

However, after the IRS armed incident made the news today, the discussion surrounding David's name instantly became the top topic within the IRS system.

Many inspectors, as well as high-ranking officials from various state bureaus and headquarters, began to carefully examine David's information.

But they soon discovered that David's excellence was no longer something that could be assessed during a trial period.

As early as the previous assessment period, and even the one before that, David had already secured his position as the top inspector in Las Vegas.

He then performed exceptionally well and was promoted to the position of tax chief, just like Bellamy Hadid and Brown Soros.

Furthermore, it's important to understand that Las Vegas is a far less significant platform than megacities like New York and Los Angeles, where figures like Bellamy Hardy and Brown Soros reside.

Even so, David still managed to rise to the position of tax chief without relying on any platform, solely through his own abilities!

At this moment, inspectors across the country, as well as many high-ranking officials in state bureaus and headquarters, felt that David's abilities were definitely not limited to this!

If he were given a higher platform, he could very well be on the same level as Bellamy Hardy and Brown Soros, or even surpass them!

……

An apartment building in the lake area.

"Father, the IRS's armed forces are truly formidable. They even have fighter squadrons, and this is just the armed strength of one state!"

"Considering they have an armed base in every state, and there are 50 states in the country, their strength is unfathomable..."

On the balcony, Serena, dressed in a light nightgown, had a somewhat deep look in her eyes and was talking on an iPhone.

After a long pause, a deep voice came from the other end of the phone: "So, sending you to the IRS was the safest option. After this incident, those people will be even less likely to act rashly against you. After all, they've seen what happens when someone dares to lay a hand on someone from the IRS!"

Serena nodded and replied, "Father, the IRS is powerful, wealthy, and has such a strong armed force. It's a powerful weapon. If we could use it, perhaps we would have the strength to fight those people!"

"You're overthinking it, Serena. The IRS isn't so easy to control. Since Lincoln founded it, it has been one of the most unique institutions in America. No single power has ever truly been able to control it, not even those people!"

The words from the other end of the phone dimmed Serena's eyes, but then she seemed to remember something and asked, "Father, what do you think of David?"

"David? The one who was in charge of the IRS's armed response today? Oh, right, he's also your superior..."

"Yes, this person is very capable and has great potential. I think given time, he is very likely to enter the National Tax Service and rise to a high position. If we can control him, we might be able to indirectly control the IRS in the future!"

"Oh?"

A surprised sound came from the other end of the phone, clearly intrigued by Serena's words. The voice then continued, "Tell me more about him..."

"Based on my observations these past few days, this person is not only capable, but also absolutely ruthless. In this case, the Native American tribe sent a deputy mayor to lobby, but it seems that he offended David in the end. David directly took down the deputy mayor and threw him into the detention room for one night. It even caused panic throughout the city hall. When people came to pick him up, they didn't even dare to enter the IRS office..."

"What? Is that true?"

The man on the other end of the phone was clearly unaware of the situation and was startled.

"That's not all. I also heard that before I arrived, the CIA agents apparently offended him as well, and he ended up in detention just like that. In the end, the CIA didn't dare say a word!"

"CIA..."

Serena's words clearly startled the man on the other end of the phone, and his breathing became noticeably heavier.

After a long while, the voice rang out again: "According to what you're saying, whether it's the deputy mayor or the CIA, David must have some very important leverage over them. Otherwise, given the CIA's style, they wouldn't be so afraid to utter a single word!"

"That's why I say David is amazing. He seems to be able to gather all the evidence for every case perfectly. If he were to deal with those people, they would be in big trouble. After all, when it comes to tax evasion, no one in all of America has evaded more taxes than them!"

"That makes sense... How about this, Serena, find some time to invite him out for a meal or something, try to get some information out of him, and see if there's any possibility of things developing further!"

"I understand, Father!"

"It's getting late, you should get some rest, we'll talk again later!"

After hanging up the phone, Serena's gaze deepened. She picked up the red wine on the table and took a sip. The wine stained her red lips, and under the moonlight, she looked stunningly beautiful in her thin nightgown.

……

The following day, the Las Vegas IRS City Hall.

According to the regulations of the State Taxation Administration, the municipal bureau is generally not responsible for the tax revenue collected by the city's subordinate bureaus. Its main responsibilities are to coordinate the tax revenue collected by the major bureaus within the city, as well as to manage matters such as the promotion and transfer of personnel in the major bureaus.

At 10 a.m., cars began to enter the city bureau's parking lot.

After getting out of their cars, people from the city hall, the city council, and other influential figures in Las Vegas's political and business circles walked toward the city bureau's main entrance.

Meanwhile, the many media reporters who had been waiting there for a long time started to take out their microphones and start interviewing people.

"Congressman Strong, what is your opinion on today's trial?"

"Vice Mayor Meredith, this is a case involving Native American tribes. What impact will it have on Las Vegas?"

"Vice Mayor Gray, I heard you went to the IRS a few days ago. There are rumors that it's related to the Dieter case. You didn't get out until the next day. What happened to you inside?"

The IRS’s private courtroom is located within the city hall.

And today's trial of Dieter and his associates is being held right here.

"Tax Chief David is here!"

Just as the media reporters were pressing these bigwigs in Las Vegas for answers, suddenly, someone in the audience shouted something.

Immediately afterward, the reporters, disregarding everything else, turned and rushed towards David.

Since David was the mastermind behind the case, it was far more efficient to ask David for more specific details than to question the mayor or councilors.

"Chief Tax Officer David, besides Dieter, who else is being tried in this trial?"

"Chief Tax Officer David, given the numerous crimes Dieter has committed, will he be sentenced to death?"

"Tax Chief David..."

Faced with persistent questions from reporters, David pressed his hands down and said, "How Dieter is sentenced is a matter for the judge. My duty is simply to apprehend them. If you want to know, you'll find out later in the announcement!"

David didn't like dealing with the media. Not only were they annoying, but they also liked to exaggerate their answers to gain attention. So after saying that, he walked into the city bureau lobby.

When he entered the hall, he found that William and Megan, the director and deputy director, had already arrived and were chatting with some leaders of the municipal bureau.

Upon seeing David enter, the sharp-eyed William immediately spotted him and waved, "David, come here for a second!"

David immediately stepped forward, and William said to a man around 50 years old, "Chief Arabella, this is our Tax Chief David!"

(End of this chapter)