American Tax Officer-Chapter 783 - 392: The Last Challenge_2

But his keeping quiet would have been better, as the moment he spoke not only did he fail to divert the topic but also reminded everyone present of her.

"Fake, Joshua, you have the gall to speak? The whole responsibility for this mess lies on you!"

"Joshua, during this period, all our major families have been following your commands and contributing both money and effort. But now, you're not just failing to retaliate against that damned David, but you can't even withstand his assault. It's incredibly disappointing!"

"Joshua..."

Faced with overwhelming accusations, Joshua was at a loss for words.

To tell the truth, before David appeared, the Freemasonry could say that they ruled unchallenged; there was nothing they couldn't do.

But since David had emerged, they had been repeatedly struck, and now couldn't even retaliate, let alone defend. It was the ultimate frustration.

This David... was he really sent by heaven to punish them?

"Alright, discussing this now is pointless. What we need to do is to guard our last barrier; otherwise, if we let the Internal Revenue Service break through this last barrier, we'll be at others' mercy!"

Prescott couldn't stand to watch anymore. At this critical juncture, what was the point of pursuing these matters?

With this time, it would be better to consider how to plan the next step.

"Prescott is right, we haven't lost yet. The most important thing now is to hold the line on the President's signature!"

This time, Henrietta spoke.

And with his speaking out, those present regained some reason and stopped blaming Joshua, instead discussing the actual matters at hand.

"Although I don't know how Katherine was drawn into their camp by David, Payden is a smart man. He definitely won't be swayed so easily by them!"

"That's right, Payden isn't Katherine. As the President, he has too many considerations. If the Big Three Groups pressure him together, he won't easily lean toward the Internal Revenue Service like Katherine."

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"Katherine is just a 'free agent commander'; she has nothing to lose, so it's normal for her to dare to gamble. But Payden, as the President of a country, would indeed be cautious…"

"..."

As many people present said, Payden after all is the President of a country and must consider many aspects. He can't suddenly afford to offend the Big Three Groups.

Thus, those present had some confidence in holding this last barrier.

"Just wait a minute..."

Governor Bogwana of California seemed to remember something and said, "Our Big Three Groups control various industries across America, which I believe David knows. I believe he also knows what kind of stance the White House would take if we pressure them."

"In other words, if the bill really reaches the White House, there's a high probability it would be rejected, and I am sure David is clear about this!"

"But now, although this bill has passed the Senate and House of Representatives, it hasn't gained significant advantage."

"Not to mention needing a two-thirds majority in Congress to bypass the President's signature; so, don't you find this a bit odd?"

Hearing him say this, the members present were suddenly taken aback.

Yes, for a bill to become law, it has to pass both the Senate and House of Representatives, and finally, be signed by the President.

The President not signing isn't necessarily the end; it would just then need two-thirds of the legislators to vote in favor.

But now, David obviously didn't have that many votes.

And the White House might very well refuse to sign due to the pressure of the Big Three Groups,

But knowing this, why would the Internal Revenue Service push so hard for this bill?

That David, who was always good at manipulating, hadn't he thought about this?

Or was it really their oversight?

Impossible!

This thought once arose was instantly rejected by everyone present.

Even if David overlooked this aspect, even if giants like Obadiah and Welton Heng did as well, how could such a large enforcement department like the Internal Revenue Service not consider this?

So, it was absolutely impossible!

The only explanation was that they had already figured out a method to cope!

What exactly that method was, many people at the scene still couldn't figure out.

"I think it's too difficult to get two-thirds of the senators' votes, the only feasible avenue is likely through the President himself!"

Bogwana still said these words.

And his words also received approval from many Freemasonry members present.

To sort out two-thirds of the members in both Senate and House of Representatives, let alone whether it's possible, just the workload couldn't be done in a day or two.

Moreover, the votes had already been cast, and David simply didn't have that many votes; otherwise, he wouldn't be stuck in the Senate having Carmela mediate.

So, it's most likely that the Internal Revenue Service would make their move through the President!

"Could it be...!"

Just as everyone was deep in thought, a startled exclamation interrupted everyone's thoughts.

They all turned to look, and the source of the exclamation was none other than the financial tycoon, Soros.

"Soros, what do you know?"

All Freemasonry members looked at him, wanting to hear what he might say.

"We have already offered Carmela a 28-year support term, why did she still choose to stand with David? Unless... David offered her better terms!"

Hearing this, many glared at Soros disdainfully.

This fucker still needs to point it out?

Even an idiot knows that!

If David hadn't offered better terms, would they risk offending The Big Three Groups and cast their votes for the bill to pass?

"Don't rush me!"

Soros sensed the dissatisfaction among his peers and continued, "Since we offered to support Carmela's ascension for 28 years—"

"If David wished to offer something better, and it moved Carmela so profoundly, there must be only a few options."

"It could be supporting her ascend held 24 years earlier, a strong allure for Carmela because it's nearly 4 years faster than our term!"

"Or it could be supporting her immediate ascendancy, which might just be able to move her!"

It must be said, Soros did have a shrewd mind to become a figure who could command the financial storms, deducing closely accurate results from minor clues.

"Wait, Soros, forget about the 24-year offer for the moment, and about the immediate ascendancy you mentioned—could it be that the Internal Revenue Service is planning to assassinate the President!"

A member, slow to catch on, blurted out this shocking notion.

"Idiot, David is a bit ruthless, but he still has principles; he wouldn't dare resort to such an action."

"I think, he might already be preparing to impeach the President!"

"That could also explain why they persisted with pushing the bill through both Senate and House, knowing they lacked two-thirds of the members' votes, and knowing the President might not sign it!"

Soros shot him a look of disbelief before sharing his thoughts.

"What, he's already plotting the impeachment proceedings!?"

Initially shocked, everyone began to think it over; it really did make some sense.

Firstly, the Internal Revenue Service would definitely know and be prepared for the White House to refuse to sign.

There would only be two options, either securing the support of two-thirds of both Senate and House members, which now seemed unlikely.

Or, proceeding with impeaching the President—if the White House strictly refused, the best solution would be to replace him with a President who would sign!

Secondly, once the impeachment succeeded, and the President was ousted, who would benefit the most?

Of course, Vice President Carmela!

And that could explain why Carmela declined their 28-year support.

After all, there are nearly six years until 28 years from now.

Rather than waiting so long, better to seize the opportunity now!

If they were in Carmela's shoes, they would likely make the same choice.