American tax officials

Chapter 425 The Turmoil in New York State

David nodded in satisfaction and said, "Since you all agree, that's good. I think the person who caused this misunderstanding between us is despicable. Do you agree?"

Upon hearing this, the three were taken aback again. Wasn't David referring to the Freemasons as the one who caused their 'misunderstanding'?

For a moment, the three of them fell silent.

"What, you don't agree?"

"Stop beating around the bush, Inspector David. Now that we're all sitting here, just say what's on your mind!"

Pezzella couldn't take it anymore and asked bluntly.

"Since you want to be frank, fine, I've already said it. This incident can be considered a misunderstanding. Now I'll give you two choices."

"First, continue to be their slave, but doing so will lead to disgrace and imprisonment."

"Secondly, you must issue a statement withdrawing from this midterm election, and each of you must nominate a candidate for parliament!"

Each of these congressional candidates has its own support base, and the most effective way for David to place his own people in the state's legislature is to take over the resources left by these people after they withdraw from the race.

This is why he is now willing to sit down and talk with these three people, instead of taking them away directly as he did with Dalik.

"Issuing a statement of withdrawal from the election? That's impossible!"

Pezzella immediately jumped out to refute.

They have given countless speeches, lobbied countless people, and expended a great deal of energy for this midterm election. Now that they are about to achieve results, who would be willing to withdraw from the election?

David was not angry. He smiled slightly and said, "I told you before, Mr. Pezzella, if you don't do this, the only outcome will be going to jail. There is no other way."

"Ha! If I could go to jail just for running for Congress, would there be no law or justice left in America?"

"Running for Congress won't land you in jail, but if you have substantial financial dealings with the Quantum Fund of Verde on Wall Street, and the $11 in campaign funds you've embezzled this month, and used it for your children's education, how do you think the law will treat you?"

Pezzella, who had been somewhat unruly, immediately darkened his expression upon hearing this.

At this moment, David took out his phone again, opened the website of an Ivy League school, found some information, and then turned the screen back to Pezzella's view, saying, "Mr. Pezzella, your son and daughter are quite accomplished, both getting into Ivy League schools. And you yourself have a huge influence in politics. Truly a family of three outstanding individuals..."

"Fuck, what do you think you're doing!"

Pezzella flew into a rage when she heard the other person discussing her son and daughter.

David did not respond, but picked up the water glass on the table and prepared to take a sip.

Pezzella seemed to be blinded by rage, threatening, "Let me tell you, if you dare to lay a finger on my son or daughter, once I'm elected to Congress, I won't let your IRS get away with it!"

Hearing such threatening words, David became enraged and splashed the water in his face, yelling, "Listen to me! Your daughter and son's futures are ruined, and it's no one else's fault but your damn insolence today!!"

"you……"

After being splashed with water on his face, Pezzella was furious, but he also became much more sober.

David's skill is well-known; harming someone seems to be an easy thing for him.

Now that the other party knows he misappropriated campaign funds to fund his children's education, they can certainly fabricate charges to ruin his son and daughter's bright future if they want to.

After weighing the pros and cons, Pezzella finally gritted his teeth and compromised, saying, "Fine, I will withdraw from this election, but I will not publicly endorse your candidate!"

Do you even have the right to bargain with me now?

David looked at him like he was an idiot. If he didn't value the resources the other party had, he could have just taken him away and ruined his reputation. Why sit here and waste so much time talking?

"you……"

Pezzella was so angry that his veins were bulging.

"Alright, I'm short on time. Tell me your choice!"

Pezzella glared at David, but finally pinched her thigh and gritted her teeth, saying, "Fine, I'll do as you say!"

David nodded in satisfaction, then looked at the other two candidates and asked, "Conrad, Mr. Benson, what about you?"

"We... okay, we'll do as you say."

If David can use Pezzella's family to threaten her, he can use their family as well.

Therefore, Conrad and Benjamin had no other choice but to compromise!

Furthermore, thinking about it on a deeper level, once they compromise, David will naturally have no reason to target them.

This can be considered a stroke of luck amidst the current misfortune.

As for the possibility that this might provoke the Freemasons' wrath?

Now they are not only in dire need of their own lives, but their families may also suffer as a result, so how can they care about anything else?

"Very well, you can leave now!"

Upon hearing this, the three of them got up and left without further ado.

……

The American media is ubiquitous.

What's more, it's about the IRS taking away such a high-profile figure as the Governor of New York.

Soon, news of Governor Dalick's arrest ignited the entire state of New York and even the whole country.

"Holy crap, am I seeing things? The governor of New York State has been taken away for investigation by the IRS?"

"I've heard some rumors that Governor Kingsley is very unhappy with David's tax investigation in New York State, and that's probably why Inspector General David is targeting him!"

"Oh my god, David's arrival in New York State this time is truly unstoppable. The show is about to get even more interesting..."

In recent times, David has taken away the mayor of New York City, the police chief, and various high-ranking officials one after another, which has surprised many people.

But now even a figure of New York State's caliber has been taken away, which has naturally shocked countless people.

Before the American public could even react, the press conference held by Pezzella, Conrad, and Benson attracted a lot of attention.

Originally, the general public on the internet thought...

These three congressional candidates wanted to speak out in protest after seeing Dalick, Stevenson, and others being taken away.

But the content of the press conference surprised everyone.

Because the main content is also very simple.

That means they will withdraw from this midterm election and will no longer run for Congress.

New York State has 31 House seats, and these three candidates had clearly gained a significant advantage in this midterm election, with each of them practically guaranteed a seat. However, they suddenly withdrew from the race at this crucial juncture.

This has raised eyebrows and sparked a lot of discussion.

"Did these three congressional candidates panic after seeing Governors Stevenson and Dalick taken away by the IRS?"

"No, they definitely didn't apologize in a panic. Inspector General David must have used some form of coercion or threat to force them to do it publicly."

"Our Inspector General David has turned the entire state of New York upside down lately; his methods are far too ruthless..."

……

While the news was being discussed nationwide, at the White House, Patten naturally received the news and was discussing it with his chief of staff, Wilder.

"What exactly is David trying to do? New York is, after all, the world's financial center. If he keeps stirring things up like this, it will cause a lot of trouble."

Paten was clearly dissatisfied with David's actions over the past period, and his words were full of accusation.

"Yes, sir, but as you know, this guy is like a wild horse that has broken free of its reins, determined to destroy the Freemasonry's core base. I'm afraid we can't stop him."

"asshole……"

Padden cursed again, then pondered for a moment before speaking, "Things can't go on like this. Like I said, New York is the world's financial center; continuing like this will only put us under more pressure in the international community. Go to the IRS yourself and talk to Obadiah, then go to New York and talk to David. Tell him to tone it down!"

"Okay, sir..."

Wilder immediately left the White House and headed towards the IRS.

Besides the White House, Freemasons, the Illuminati, the Unsa Group, and various states are all discussing this matter at this moment.

Meanwhile, David had already led his team back to the Manhattan precinct.

"What's going on, Inspector General David? Why did you bring Governor Dalick back with you?!"

Upon seeing David and his group return, Neham, along with Goldman, the IRS Commissioner of New York who had rushed over, greeted them.

Although David now holds a high position in the IRS and enjoys great prestige nationwide, taking away a governor, especially one from the world's financial center, is no joke.

This could cause a stir throughout the state, or even paralyze the state's administrative system.

The higher-ups at the General Administration might not care about this, but they still need to continue working in this state, so naturally they have to be wary of it.

"Don't worry, Chief Goldwin, I've already planned this out, there's nothing to panic about."

David replied calmly.

"Inspector General David, there's something I must remind you of. New York is different from other states. It's the Freemasons' stronghold. They control every industry and every aspect of life in the state, and even many ordinary people are on their side. You need to be careful about that..."

"I see."

David does have a lot of support from the general public across the United States, but if you compare which of the 50 states has the lowest support among ordinary people, New York State would definitely be among the top.

As Goldman said, New York State is, after all, Freemason territory. They have cultivated and controlled various industries for many years, and even ordinary people benefit greatly from these industries. Naturally, they will gravitate towards the Freemason group.

"Since you understand, I won't say any more. I need to work with the state government first to ensure its smooth operation..."

"Protest! Protest!"

"Release Governor Dalik, release, Governor Dalik"

"Release them! Release them!"

Before Goldman could finish speaking, a deafening protest suddenly erupted from outside the door.

"It's terrible! Inspector General, Director... there are a lot of protesters outside. They demand an explanation for taking Governor Dalick away. We can't stop them!"

Just then, an IRS inspector rushed in, looking distressed.

Nehm and Goldwin's lips twitched, and they turned to look at David.

A few days ago, when David stepped in to take Congua away, there were many protesters, but they eventually backed down due to David's personal charisma.

But this time, they brought back the governor of New York State, who is not on the same level as Congua, the police chief. This time, even if David tries to persuade them again, it will probably be difficult to calm down the demonstrators.

"Okay, then I'll go out and say a few words!"

David knew there was no way to avoid it, so he could only walk out.

Good guy!

At this moment, a large crowd had gathered at the entrance, several times larger than the crowd that had come to protest for Kang Gua a few days ago.

Moreover, people are still flocking in from all directions.

Without a doubt, not all of these protesters are here for Dalik; many are likely acting on the orders of the Freemasons!

"Inspector General David, it's one thing to take away our mayor and police chief, but now you've even taken away our beloved governor! You must give us a reasonable explanation!"

"On what grounds has your IRS arrested our governor? Release him immediately!"

"Release them! Release them!!!"

"..."

The demonstrators became even more agitated upon seeing David, the "culprit," emerge.

"You've asked me for an explanation, and now that I'm out here, shouldn't I at least be allowed to say a few words?"

"Okay, everyone stop for a moment and let's see what he has to say!"

A Black man, who appeared to be an organizer, stepped forward and opened his arms in a gesture of appeal.

After his appeal, the agitated crowd did indeed quiet down and ceased their protests.

"Our IRS doesn't subpoena people randomly, especially not a governor. Since Governor Dalick has been subpoenaed, it must be because he's involved in some tax-related issues."

"You're talking nonsense! Our Governor Dalick is a law-abiding citizen; how could he possibly evade taxes!"

"That's right, we know Governor Dalick's character, otherwise we wouldn't have elected him!"

"Governor Dalick's contributions to New York State are undeniable. Even if he did evade taxes, let alone not evade them, the IRS shouldn't be treating him this way!"

"..."

(End of this chapter)