American Tax Officer-Chapter 638 - 321: National Chief Tax Inspector_2
Chapter 638: Chapter 321: National Chief Tax Inspector_2
Donald was visibly shaken.
Back in 2011, the situation had caused an incredible uproar, even inciting public outrage against the media conglomerate, which led directly to a 15% drop in the group’s stock price.
Why did it cause such a massive public outrage, you might wonder?
The reason was simple, as someone in the know had revealed that the media under News Corporation were involved in tapping the phones of 9/11 terror attack victims.
As everyone knows, 9/11 is a deep wound for all Americans.
The families of those victims were already suffering enough—having their phones tapped by News Corporation was bound to infuriate the public.
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Afterwards, the FBI had launched a carpet-style investigation into News Corporation, interrogating everyone from the top executives to the security guards at the group’s doors.
Through the FBI’s powerful investigation, News Corporation was not only found to have tapped phones, but was also discovered to be involved in corruption, insider trading, and manipulating public opinion among more than thirty other charges.
Just when the FBI wanted to gather more evidence to prosecute, the investigation was suddenly halted, and the matter was gradually downplayed until it disappeared.
If this issue were resurrected now with strong evidence, it would indeed put News Corporation in hot water.
“Evidence, huh… I’ve got some leads, but it’ll take some more time.”
In reality, David didn’t possess any evidence regarding the tapping scandal; however, he had the “Golden Finger,” a powerful tool. With a good scrutiny of the executives at News Corporation, gathering evidence on this matter wouldn’t be too difficult.
Donald, stroking his chin, pondered for a moment and then seemed to think of something. He said, “Even if you have evidence on this matter, it’s likely to result in Murdoch and his loyalists stepping down and some turmoil within the group. Media has always been a significant tool for the Jewish People; they will surely support another spokesperson to take over, and it might continue to be tough on you.”
David smiled and responded, “Deputy Director Donald, once there’s turmoil in News Corporation, once Murdoch steps down, they will likely struggle to support their own candidate.”
“Oh?”
Donald, being a clever man, knew that David might have other plans in mind, and thought for a while before replying, “If that’s the case, then it might be worth an attempt, but still, this matter must not be linked to our Internal Revenue Service; we can’t let the outside world think the IRS is targeting media freedom.”
“Of course. But speaking of which, Deputy Director Donald, since the headquarters has already discussed my personnel arrangements, could I ask if I moved to the headquarters, what position would I hold?”
“National Chief Tax Inspector, a position very well-suited to you. What do you think?”
“It is indeed quite suitable.”
Upon hearing this, a look of excitement instantly crossed David’s face.
National Chief Tax Inspector, formally known as the National Chief of Tax Inspection at the Internal Revenue Service.
The duties of this position were straightforward—that of overseeing tax cases in regional offices across the nation.
However, despite seeming simple, this position held significant authority.
This role could monitor and even directly intervene in any case in any regional office whenever deemed problematic; it could even reopen archived cases for review.
Among the top power structure of the IRS, apart from the Director, the Chief Advisor, and a few Deputy Directors, this was one of the most powerful positions.
Another point worth noting.
Currently, as the Director of the Los Angeles IRS, investigating major cryptocurrency companies and out-of-state companies like Amazon Group involved an element of overreach, but the headquarters backed him, so externals didn’t dare to complain.
If he were to take on the role of National Chief Tax Inspector, there would be no more talk of overreach—any intervention in a case anywhere in the country would fall within his authority, making things much more convenient.
“We’ve pretty much completed all the procedures on our end. If you settle the News Corporation issue, we can announce your appointment anytime.”
“Okay, leave it to me!”
After ending the call, David immediately called Nisen Bakesimmons and several others in and shared with them the good news about becoming the Chief of Tax Inspection.
“The National Chief Tax Inspector, exactly!”
“I had guessed it earlier, this position is undoubtedly meant for our Director!”
“Indeed, BOSS is indeed suited for this position.”
These people had actually guessed before that the main bureau would appoint David to this position, and they were still very excited after confirmation.
David had entered the main bureau and assumed such a high and powerful position; naturally, his close associates also rose with him!
“Alright, we’re heading to New York tomorrow!”
Taking up the role of National Chief Tax Inspector was exciting, but the pressing matter was to first deal with the News Corporation as an obstacle, and there would still be time to celebrate once he officially took office.
The next morning, after sorting out some matters in the office, David and his group quietly boarded a flight to New York.
At two in the afternoon, the flight landed at New York International Airport.
They left the airport and immediately went to the New York Tax Department and held a secret meeting with the Chief there.
It was close to five o’clock when David and others arrived at a window-side restaurant opposite the News Corporation headquarters building on Madison Avenue in the Manhattan District and started to wait.
By five o’clock, a notable number of people had started to emerge from the News Corporation building.
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David also activated his observation functionality at the first instant and started scrutinizing these individuals seriously.
An hour later, no one else came out of the News Corporation building, and David also stopped the pen he had been continuously writing with in his notebook.
Through thorough scrutiny of the higher-ups in that group, he unexpectedly obtained a lot of confidential information about the group.
For instance, it was indeed true that the News Corporation had eavesdropped on the families of 9/11 victims, and the group’s collusion with some government officials involving corruption, insider trading, and guiding public opinion were also real.
The next step was to use the channels of the New York Tax Department to get the right people under control, obtain the necessary testimonies, and secure the required data and information.
“Let’s go, find a place to settle down for now.”
Three days later, at the Four Seasons Hotel in Manhattan, Nisen arrived at room 1011 and rang the doorbell, followed by a man in his fifties who looked somewhat capable.
When the door opened and David’s figure appeared, Nisen immediately said, “Director, Chief Giolioni wants to see you.”
David glanced up, and sure enough, the Chief of the New York Tax Department was already standing there. He quickly invited him into the room and courteously said, “Chief Giolioni, you could have just notified me, there was no need for you to come all the way here.”
“Director David, you are too high-profile, and since this matter needs confidentiality, I thought it better to come in person.”
“Is that so… So does that mean the investigation you were asked to conduct has results?”
Giolioni opened the briefcase he had brought along, took out a stack of documents, and said, “These are the testimonies, data files, and account information you asked for, Director David. See if they’re correct.”
David immediately took them and started reviewing.
After about ten minutes, he expressed satisfaction and replied, “Absolutely right, Chief Giolioni. This is what I needed. You and the New York Tax Department have done very well. Thank you!”
“It was mostly thanks to the detailed information you provided, Director David. We just followed the prescription and exerted a little effort.”
Giolioni gestured dismissively, as if he had only done something trivial.
