American tax officials

Chapter 120 Senator Strong, are you panicking?

The man addressed as Chief Arabella looked at David, extended his right hand, and said with a smile, "Chief Tax Officer David, I've wanted to meet you for a long time, but seeing how busy you are, I haven't dared to bother you. Today, we can finally meet in person!"

David, who was also meeting the city chief for the first time, replied, "Hello, Chief Arabella!"

"Chief Tax Officer David, you've handled your cases very well lately, especially the Dieter case; you've truly showcased the IRS's prowess..."

In the following time, Arabella kept praising David's ability to solve cases, and David seemed to agree repeatedly, but in reality he was secretly observing some of the high-ranking officials and powerful figures present.

According to his observations, many high-ranking officials in both the city hall and the city council are involved in corruption and illegal profit-making.

But soon, when his gaze fell on a man, a look of surprise suddenly appeared on his face.

Name: Strong Francis.

[Occupation: Member of Congress, United States of America.]

Monthly income: Legal income US$19650, illegal income US$65.

[Income Details: December 5, accepted a bribe of $200,000 from a Las Vegas construction company; December 11, helped a conglomerate obtain a Las Vegas metropolitan area redevelopment plan, earning $200,000; December 19, received a $200,000 bribe from Native Americans...]

[More details: ...]

Tax payable: US$257400.

David never expected that this Congressman named Strong would have such a close relationship with the Native American tribe.

Could it be that……

The former Deputy Mayor Gray was instructed by this guy to come and negotiate with him.

It should be!

Native Americans reportedly have a poor relationship with the city hall, but a good relationship with the city council and even the state legislature.

Because Native Americans hold a large number of votes, both city councils and state legislatures need to appease them!

But then again, Strong is really quite clever.

After sending Gray out, he immediately withdrew and disappeared without a trace when he saw that things were not going well; he never got involved in Dieter's case again, which is why he has been able to protect himself until now.

If David didn't possess such a cheat-like ability, we really wouldn't know about his relationship with the Native American tribe.

"Hey, Tax Chief David, are you looking to meet Congressman Strong? I can introduce you!"

Seeing David staring intently at Strong, Arabella assumed he wanted to get to know the congressman and quickly greeted him, "Congressman Strong!"

Strong, who was pretending to be having a great conversation, frowned almost imperceptibly when he heard the shout.

To be honest, he didn't want to come to today's trial.

But there was nothing he could do. The IRS arrested Dieter yesterday and started the trial today. He didn't even have time to find an excuse to go on a business trip.

Everyone knows he's still in Las Vegas, and the IRS has invited him. If he doesn't come, it's a clear sign that he's not giving them face.

It would also give the impression that he has connections with the Native Americans and is deliberately refusing to attend.

So he had no choice but to come.

He had seen David come in just a moment ago, and after learning how capable David was from Gray, he really didn't want to deal with the kid.

But to his surprise, what he wished for actually came true, and Arabella really did come looking for him.

Although he was very unwilling, he dared not pretend to be deaf and dumb in public. So he turned around, forced a smile, and walked up to Arabella as if he had just noticed her, saying, "Chief Arabella, I didn't notice you were here. I'm so sorry..."

Arabella waved her hand and replied, "It's nothing. By the way, let me introduce you. David, the outstanding tax chief of our city's Lake District branch, is also the commander-in-chief of this case!"

Strong turned to David, smiling as he extended his right hand. "Chief Tax Officer David, I saw you on TV yesterday! You look much better in person than on screen!"

David shook hands with him, looking at him with a half-smile, and said, "Congressman Strong, what's your opinion on this case?"

"This is outrageous. It's bad enough that Dieter evaded taxes, but he even dared to resort to assassination. It's absolutely heinous. And the Native American tribe, they even dared to protect him. They must be severely punished as well. I've already informed the city hall that once your IRS has finished dealing with this matter, they will launch an investigation and deal with them seriously!"

Strong's righteous and indignant demeanor could easily deceive anyone who didn't know his background.

David's smile deepened as he looked at him and said, "Really, Councilor Strong? But I've heard... that the City Council has some connections with Native American tribes. Of course, I've only heard that!"

Upon hearing this and seeing David's amused expression, Strong's heart skipped a beat.

Could it be that David found out about my interactions with the Native American tribe?

According to Gray, David was fully aware of the evidence against him for accepting bribes and evading taxes.

It seems possible that this kid has also found some dirt on me...

The more he thought about it, the more panicked he became, but on the surface, Strong still pretended to be calm and replied, "Our city council has nothing to do with the Native American tribes. Chief Tax Officer David, please don't listen to the rumors spread by some unscrupulous media!"

He didn't know who David had heard it from or whether he had investigated it himself, so he could only pin the blame on the media.

"Is that so? Well, maybe I misheard..."

After all, the other party is a member of parliament, one of the most powerful people in the entire United States.

Moreover, since the other party hasn't offended him, David isn't planning to offend them or break off relations at this stage.

"Chief Tax Officer David, Judge Chiesa wants you to come to his office!"

Just as the two were exchanging these words, a staff member from the Municipal Bureau came over to offer a reminder.

After greeting Arabella, William, and the others, David followed the staff member to the door of an office on the 5th floor.

He knocked on the door and, after receiving the words "Come in," went inside.

Inside sat an elderly man of about 60 years old, who was Chiesa Quentin, a special judge for the IRS.

"Tax Chief David, I have reviewed the information on the judges you submitted. Is there anything else you need to add or explain?"

Because when David was apprehending those criminals, it might have involved agreements such as granting leniency for those guilty and verbal deals.

Therefore, Chiesa must find out the details first, otherwise it would be no fun if there was a misunderstanding in court.

David explained, "Twin, Dieter, and Virginia, those three will be sentenced as usual. As for Iman, the killer, I reached a testimonial agreement with him; he'll only serve a maximum of seven years. The other testimonies will all be allowed to redeem themselves and continue to generate tax revenue for our IRS while they're out there!"

Chiesa nodded, then asked, "That's all? Nothing more?"

"Without Judge Chiesa!"

"Alright, let's prepare for the court hearing!"

David didn't waste any more words and immediately turned and walked out.

……

The 8th floor of the Municipal Bureau building is where the State Taxation Bureau's court is located.

At this time, the city hall, the city council chamber, and other invited observers were already in place.

The IRS trial will involve some privacy issues.

For example, witnesses like Baldwin and Sapir have been promised acquittal by David if they come forward to testify.

However, this acquittal only refers to a clear conviction within the IRS.

However, within the judicial system, they are suspected of drug trafficking, violence, and other crimes, and are therefore guilty within the judicial system.

Therefore, in order to protect their privacy, the IRS generally does not invite the media to conduct live broadcasts.

Therefore, at this time, apart from the invited guests, IRS personnel, and lawyers, there was no one else present.

It was 9:58 a.m.

David was called away for a talk by Chiesa earlier, which is why he is only now arriving at the scene.

Upon entering, he immediately sat in the first row of the audience section, because when the case went to trial later, many details would require him, the person in charge of the case, to come up and provide further details.

10 o'clock exactly.

"Everyone stand up!"

At that moment, Chiesa, dressed in a black judge's robe, walked in from the right aisle of the judge's bench, and the court staff immediately shouted.

Immediately afterwards, everyone present stood up, demonstrating their respect for the law.

After Chiesa sat down in the high-backed chair, everyone else in the room followed suit.

"The trial in the case of Dieter's tax evasion is now in full swing!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the inspectors escorted Dieter, Twen, Virginia, and Iman out of the passage on the left.

Iman, on the other hand, was quite calm, having prepared himself mentally.

But the three from Twenty and Virginia, who had already had a sleepless night, were now brought to court and saw many familiar faces in the gallery, which instantly made them agitated.

Fortunately, the inspectors around them were quite capable, forcibly suppressing them and taking them to the dock.

At this moment, the person who was struggling the most internally was a lawyer named Tyron, sitting below the judge's bench.

He was approached by the Native American tribe last night and asked to appear in court today to defend Dieter, Twen, and Virginia.

As a lawyer, he would certainly not pass up the opportunity to make money, especially since Native Americans have always been known for their generosity.

But after learning about Dieter's case, he was instantly dumbfounded.

IRS cases, what lawyer can possibly win these?

Moreover, the nature of the Dieter case is so egregious!

Even if you bring in the dream team of lawyers who overturned Simpson's case, it would only be a formality at best!

(End of this chapter)