American tax officials

Chapter 394 Decision

Summoning her thoughts, Kachira, her expression returning to normal, said with a disdainful look, "To think you can bring down our current president with just this mere document is nothing short of a pipe dream!"

"Madam Vice President, who told you I only had this one document?"

"What do you mean?"

"This is just the tip of the iceberg, understand?"

"Inspector General David, I admit you are indeed very capable, but the President has been in this position for years, and the resources and power he controls are far beyond your imagination. I don't believe you can fabricate enough dirt to bring him down!"

As Kachira said, she simply did not believe that David had enough dirt to bring down Paiden.

In her opinion, David was very likely lying to her, and his only goal was to get the ticket she had.

"Madam Vice President, if I didn't, why do you think we would have dared to let this bill pass both houses of Congress?"

Upon hearing this, Kachira paled instantly.

Yes, she suddenly realized a problem.

Yes, right now, neither the House of Representatives nor the Senate has enough votes in favor of the bill to reach two-thirds of the total.

In other words, even if the bill passes both the House and Senate, it will still be sent back to the House and Senate if the president does not sign it.

In that case, it would require the approval of two-thirds of the members of both houses to take effect.

So here's the question: what if the bill is sent back to both houses of parliament?

The only option is to secure the approval of two-thirds of the members of both houses, but that number of votes is clearly unrealistic.

Therefore, the only solution is for the president to re-sign!

However, given the current situation, if the bill does pass the Senate, the three major groups will undoubtedly exert all their efforts to put pressure on the White House.

Will Paten really have the guts to sign that name then?

If they don't sign, then there's only one option left: to put on a new president who can sign!

To be more direct, let her go up and sign!

Based on this speculation, it's possible that David does possess damaging information sufficient to impeach or even bring down Patten.

Otherwise, even if the bill passes both the House and Senate, it won't mean much if the president doesn't sign it.

"How about it, Madam Vice President? Instead of the 28 years they promised you, why not take this opportunity? If you really take office this time, you will be the first female president of the United States, and also the first Asian-African president."

"Based on these two points alone, you don't need to make any other contributions to be recorded in American history!"

David continued to persuade him.

At this moment, Kachira was no longer as resolute as before; a great wavering had begun to shake her resolve.

The three major groups promised that she would rise to power within 28 years.

But as David said, 28 years is still almost 6 years away. In the current rapidly changing situation, who knows what will happen then?

And nothing unexpected will happen?

Now, she has an opportunity to immediately reach the highest position, and she would be abnormal if she didn't take it.

But... if she chooses the IRS side, the three major corporations are not to be trifled with either. How should they deal with that?

For a moment, Kachira was caught in a dilemma.

David, sensing her predicament, quickly assured her, "Madam Vice President, I know you are wary of the power of the three major corporations, but rest assured, no matter what happens, we will do everything in our power to protect you!"

"Moreover, after this bill is passed, many of them will be in a state of fear and will be concerned about how to protect their own interests to the greatest extent. At that time, they will not have as much time to deal with you."

Hearing this, Kachira's resolve had already wavered considerably.

Yes, once this bill is passed, the members of the three major groups probably won't have time to retaliate immediately.

The first thing those profit-driven people will do is to quickly secure their wealth to avoid further losses.

Even if they wanted to retaliate, David was there to protect her. With David's current control over both houses of Congress, he was absolutely capable of protecting her!

Furthermore, if things really develop in the direction David described, with Paiden impeached and removed from office, and her, the vice president, taking over, then she would be president!

Even if the three major groups are powerful and want revenge, they still have to consider the value of the presidential title!

In summary, this deal seems to be more cost-effective than the offers made by the three major groups…

"I have a question..."

"Please speak!"

"Although the White House has not made a clear statement on this matter, it doesn't seem to be opposed to the bill. What if the bill actually passes the Senate and the president signs it?"

If this bill passes the Senate, there is no doubt that the three major groups will do everything they can to put pressure on the White House.

However, given the current situation, Padden may not necessarily refuse to sign.

If Paten doesn't refuse to sign, then David will have no reason to mess with her, and how will she rise to power?

"Good question, Vice President Kaczynski. The White House does have the possibility of resisting pressure and signing, but it also has the possibility of refusing to sign. If the White House ultimately resists pressure and signs, then I can give you the same guarantee as the three major groups: 28 years of full support for your campaign!"

If the White House ultimately signs the petition, then David has no reason or need to take the risk of impeachment, a major issue.

Kachira frowned, and after a moment said, "Alright, Inspector David, I understand what you've said, but this matter is of great importance, and I need to think about it carefully!"

"Understood, then we'll await good news!"

Although David and his two companions were also eager to see Kamala's response, they knew that since things had come to this point, they couldn't push her too hard, so they could only leave the office first.

"Windsor, what do you think?"

After the three left, Kachira immediately asked her chief of staff.

"Madam Vice President, I believe this deal is worthwhile!"

The Vice President of the United States is essentially a powerless figurehead, and the Chief of Staff of the Vice President has even less of a presence.

If David's proposal is accepted and things go smoothly, then once Kamala enters the White House, Windsor will naturally become the most powerful chief steward of the White House.

The allure of instant success is far more compelling than achieving it five years later!

"But Windsor, if we do this, the three major corporations will be furious, and their retaliation is no joke. Besides, the White House might not refuse to sign..."

"Madam Vice President!"

Windsor grew anxious and said in a heavy tone, "It's true that the three major corporations are not to be underestimated, but David's strength is now arguably no less than theirs, and in some ways even surpasses it!"

"We Americans have always had a saying, 'Whoever controls Congress controls the world.' David currently holds an absolute majority in the House of Representatives, and although he hasn't yet gained control of the Senate, he still wields considerable influence."

"Moreover, the bill is now in its final stage. Once it passes this stage and takes effect, the three major groups will be severely weakened!"

"Furthermore, think about it: if this bill passes, the biggest beneficiary will obviously be the IRS, but who's next? It will undoubtedly be the White House!"

"After all, once the bill is passed, it is foreseeable that the country's finances will be sufficient, and with sufficient finances, the welfare of the people can be guaranteed."

"And in this period of peace and prosperity, who wouldn't sing praises of the White House?"

"At that time, you will not only be the only female and African-American president in American history, but also a president who has made outstanding contributions!"

Hearing her chief of staff's description, Kachira couldn't help but fall into a beautiful reverie.

That makes sense when you think about it. If the bill passes, the national treasury will be instantly replenished, and if she really becomes president during this period, she will definitely be getting a great deal!

"As for your concern that the White House might sign, that's certainly possible. However, this game is a gamble. We might as well bet that they will refuse to sign in the end. If we win, we'll make a fortune. Even if we lose, David promised to support us for 28 years, so it's not too bad, don't you think?"

Kachira nodded, clearly agreeing with his chief of staff's words, but then, as if remembering something, he said worriedly, "But Windsor, you also heard some rumors last night, saying that people from the three major groups even threatened several senators with their families..."

"According to my sources, the three major groups did indeed make threats and even took action. However, earlier, I also heard through some channels that the CIA and FBI took some actions last night."

"According to reliable sources, these senators and their families are under close surveillance and protection by these two institutions, so I think you don't need to worry about that at all."

"Our two major American institutions are renowned worldwide for a reason. Although the three major corporations are rich and ruthless, with these two institutions keeping an eye on them, they can't do anything too big."

Kachira was already leaning towards David's side, and the reason she was asking her chief of staff with such concern was simply to seek psychological comfort.

Now, after this conversation, she has completely made up her mind about this idea!

"Let's go to the Senate!"

"clear!"

Windsor, who seemed to have already envisioned herself as White House Chief of Staff, eagerly ran out to make arrangements.

Meanwhile, in a car returning to the IRS headquarters.

"Do you think... Kachira would agree to stand on our side?"

Obadiah looked at David and Donald with a somewhat serious expression.

"Judging from her expression alone, I think she is very interested in our proposal, and if I were her, I would most likely agree, after all, the opportunity to rise to the top in one step is not common."

Donald replied, resting his chin on his hand.

"I agree with Deputy Director Donald's view. Although I haven't studied psychology, it's hard for a mascot-like vice president to resist the temptation of the upcoming throne."

"Furthermore, I've noticed her chief of staff. He seems even more eager than she is to get involved, so even if Kachira hesitates, I think her chief of staff will definitely do his best to persuade her to side with us!"

David was right. Just after they left, Windsor, eager to take the position, did exactly what he said to persuade them.

"Um……"

Hearing their answers, Obadiah felt much more at ease.

But just then, his phone rang in his pocket, and he immediately answered, "What is it?"

"What! Okay, I got it!"

After ending the call, Obadiah looked at the two men with a grim expression and said, "I just received news that Kachira's convoy has headed to the Senate."

"What! Does that mean she still won't accept our proposal?"

It's no wonder Donald would think that way.

Generally speaking, if the other party accepts their proposal, they should call to notify them in advance.

If they hadn't called beforehand, the outcome would have been obvious...

Besides Obadiah and Donald, David's expression also became turbulent at this moment.

Does this mean that Kachira is still going to side with the three major corporations?

But that shouldn't be the case!

Given the uncertainty of an election nearly six years from now versus the immediate opportunity to rise to the top, most normal people would choose the latter.

Did the three major groups make her some kind of promise?

At the same time, on Senado Island.

"What's the situation with Kachira?"

"What's going on? Hasn't she given us an answer yet?"

"Damn it, is she going to vote for David's side? What benefits did David offer her that she's ignoring our promise to put her in power!"

Upon hearing that Kaczyla's convoy had departed for the Senate, the Freemasons present all turned pale and began to hurl insults.

Like David and the others, they also did not receive any reply from Kachira, so they subconsciously assumed that Kachira was about to side with the other side.

Amidst countless speculations and insults, Kaczynski's convoy arrived at the entrance to Capitol Hill.

"Madam Vice President, are you sure you don't want to notify the IRS in advance?"

In the car, Windsor asked cautiously.

"No need. If we notify them now, the IRS will have some expectation, and they won't be as emotionally affected."

"If we don't give them an answer now, they'll be on edge. But if we vote in their favor at the meeting, the entire IRS will be even more grateful to us!"

It must be said that Kachira has a knack for understanding and manipulating human psychology.

(End of this chapter)