american tax collector

Chapter 361 Promise
What Raglan meant was actually very simple. If he stood on David's side, the Freemasons would certainly regard him as a thorn in their side and would certainly try to sabotage his midterm elections.

By then, let alone pushing this bill, it would be hard to say whether he could keep his position.

"Don't worry about that. As long as you are willing to stand by my side and perform to my satisfaction, let alone this midterm election, it is not impossible for you to become the second Leahy in the future!"

According to the U.S. Constitution, there are no term limits for members of Congress.

This means that as long as this congressman can be elected every time, he can be re-elected until he dies.

The Leahy that David was talking about is the senator who has served eight terms since 1975 and is the longest-serving senator.

"Oh? Inspector General David, the Senate is not an ordinary place. What makes you so confident?"

Raglan's expression changed. As a senator, he certainly knew about the legendary figure Leahy.

In fact, almost every member of the current Senate is eager to replicate the history of this legendary figure.

But unfortunately, as the highest legislative body in the country, the Senate is a place that all major forces must fight for, and there are only 100 seats, which means there is only one person for each seat. So let alone trying to replicate Leahy's feat, it would be great luck to be successfully re-elected.

So even though he knew that David was very capable, he still raised doubts after hearing the other party's loud tone.

David smiled, pulled out a few documents from the inside pocket of his suit, and threw them in front of Raglan.

Since he had decided to look for Raglan, he naturally made some preparations in advance. The contents of these documents were the black materials on several of the other party's competitors in the state.

"what is this?"

Raglan glanced at the documents, then asked with a hint of confusion.

"You'll know if you take a look."

Raglan frowned slightly, but still took the document on the table and opened it to look at it.

But as he took in the contents, his expression gradually became filled with surprise.

That’s right, the content of the document was some negative information about his competitors.

The mid-term elections are about to begin. If these contents were to be leaked at this critical juncture, his competitors would not only not be able to compete with him, but might even end up in disgrace.

While thinking, Raglan seemed to have thought of something and his face suddenly darkened.

The reason is simple. Since David can collect negative information about his competitor at this critical juncture, will his be included?

He considers himself to be fairly honest, but now is the mid-term election period, and being honest alone is not enough to win re-election.

All David needs to do is to expose any negative news about him, which will cause his support rate to plummet, while other competitors will reap the benefits.

"What do you think, Senator Raglan? Are these things enough to ensure your re-election?"

"Yes, but it's only for this midterm election. It's not enough to do what Leahy did!"

"Senator Raglan, I have shown my sincerity now, but you haven't given me a clear answer yet. Isn't it a bit too much to bargain with me like this?"

Raglan's face suddenly became embarrassed.

After seeing David dig up some dirty laundry on his competitor, he did start to have reservations and didn't want to go against David anymore, so he started negotiating with the intention of seeing if he could get more benefits.

"Don't worry, Senator Raglan. I will not treat my people unfairly. As long as you choose to stand by my side and help me promote this bill, I will naturally do my best to help you during your future term. Of course, if there comes a day when I can't help you, you can leave on your own and you don't need to stand by my side anymore."

David said confidently.

After hearing this, Raglan thought for a while, and finally said with a gritted face: "In this case, then I am willing to stand by your side, but, Director David, you must give me a promise that no matter what happens, you must ensure the safety of me and my family!"

Although this bill seems difficult to promote at present, wealthy groups such as Freemasonry, Ansarullah and Illuminati are indeed terrifying.

But after all, the IRS has people, money, power, and most importantly, military power, and the old family of Kennidy is providing support.

Coupled with Inspector General David's current reputation and ability, there is indeed a chance of winning.

But this is not the most important thing for him. The most important thing is that since Inspector General David can collect black material on his competitors, if he dares not agree today, with his methods, he probably won't be able to win this midterm election.

Taking all the above factors into consideration, Raglan finally made up his mind to take a gamble.

David showed satisfaction, stood up and walked to Raglan, stretched out his right hand and said: "I promise you, Senator Raglan, no matter what happens, I will protect you!"

After hearing David's assurance, Raglan nodded with relief and also extended his right hand.

……

"Director, if the Freemasons knew that Raglan was on our side, it would not be an easy task to get him re-elected. Are you...really sure?"

In the car, Manson, who was driving, asked cautiously.

"Since I dare to make this guarantee, I am naturally confident."

"All right……"

Although he still had some doubts, seeing that David didn't seem to want to elaborate, Manson knew better and didn't ask any more questions.

Tallahash West, in a mid-range neighborhood called 'Moor'.

At this time, the car driven by Munson drove in and stopped in a European-style house.

Then David got out of the car, walked to the door of the building and rang the doorbell.

The door was opened soon.

A girl about 20 years old appeared at the door, but when she saw that the person was David, she was frightened just like Raglan's wife before.

"We're here to see Senator Alchebi. Is he home?"

There are two senators from Florida. David has just dealt with one, so now it's the turn of the last one.

As long as these two senators are dealt with, it will be much easier to deal with the state's congressmen.

The girl did not answer, but turned around stiffly, looked at the living room behind her, and asked, "Dad, Inspector General David from the IRS is here to see you."

"Let him in!"

"Please come in!"

David and the others walked into the house without hesitation. In the living room, a man with thick eyebrows was sitting on the sofa with a woman.

Seeing David and the others coming, the woman was able to remain calm. She stood up and asked, "Director General David, would you like anything to drink?"

"Just get us a glass of water, thank you."

"Ok."

The woman stepped aside.

"Chief David, it's a blessing to see that you are safe."

The senator named Acerbi also stood up, shook hands with David and others one by one, and then asked, "I wonder what Inspector General David wants to see me about?"

"Senator Acerbi, the main reason I'm here today is to talk to you about something."

This senator was also sponsored by the Kenedy family in the election. Like Raglan, he sought another way out after seeing David's death and the disaster that the Kenedy family was facing. However, he did not turn to the Freemasons, but to the Ansa Group.

"what's up?"

David first activated the golden finger to examine the other party, and then said without hesitation: "It's like this, I plan to..."

David repeated to Raglan exactly what he had said before.

When Acerbi heard that David came to see him early not because he had joined the Ansa Group but to promote such a bill, his heart was suddenly filled with shock.

After a long while, he calmed down and looked at David and said, "Inspector General David, I have to say that your idea is very bold, but such a bold idea may also ruin you!"

"I'm not afraid. I wonder if Archer is more afraid than you, Senator?"

"Of course I'm afraid. A bill like this is no joke. Once it's pushed forward, I don't know how many people will want to kill me. I won't do that."

Acerbi did not hide his thoughts. He expressed his concerns directly and waved his hands repeatedly to refuse to do it.

"Don't be so hasty to reject it, Senator Acerbi. Let's take a look at this first!"

David took out a few more documents and placed them in front of him.

After hesitating for a moment, Acerbi finally took it and examined it, but soon he showed the same shocked expression as Raglan before.

"What does it mean?"

"The mid-term elections are about to begin. This is a small gift from me to you, Senator Acerbi. I hope you can be successfully re-elected!"

"Your gift is indeed good for me, but I'm afraid the price I have to pay after taking it will be even greater!"

Although he knew that the negative information about competitors provided by David would be very useful to him, he was not a fool and would definitely help David if he took it.

"Senator Acerbi, I don't think Senator Raglan will agree with you!"

"What, you talked to Raglan?"

Archerby's eyes widened in disbelief.

"Yes, I just came from his house."

Acerbi's face darkened, because he could tell from David's tone that the price the other party offered to Raglan was probably the same as his, and Raglan should have agreed to it!

"Senator Acerbi, I know you have been working hard to promote a 'relief bill' in Florida. If you stand by me and complete this bill for me, I promise that your bill will also be passed. At that time, you will have fulfilled the high expectations of your fellow countrymen and will also gain huge reputation points!"

David said as he looked at Alchebi.

Acerbi also looked directly into the man's eyes. After staring at him for a full minute, he said, "If I don't agree, will you provide my competitors with dirt on me?"

"Senator Acerbi, I come to discuss this with you today with my sincerity. If you agree, I promise not to let you get hurt or suffer any loss. But if you don't agree, then I think there is no need for you to occupy the senator's position. Let someone more capable take the position!"

David's words can be considered as a polite approach followed by a forceful one.

At this time, Acerbi secretly clenched his fists. David could get the dirty information of his competitor, but he himself didn't believe that he couldn't get it.

It would be fine if it happened at any other time, but the problem is that now is the critical moment of the midterm elections, and any negative news would be enough to destroy everything he has.

After thinking for a while, Acerbi finally didn't dare to say no, but changed the subject and said, "Although you provided me with this information, if the Ansa people knew that I was leaning towards you, they would probably interfere, and I might not be able to win re-election with a guaranteed victory."

As a member of parliament, the most important things are political resources and campaign funds.

If he dared to stand on David's side, with the strength of the Ansa people, they would definitely have plenty of ways to interfere with his campaign.

"I have told Senator Raglan before that as long as he agrees to lend me a helping hand, I will definitely get him re-elected. I can even make him the next Leahy if I want to. Now I want to say this to you, Senator Acerbi!"

Hearing David's confident words, Acerbi was stunned again.

Becoming the next Leahy?
These words were spoken in a very loud tone.

If he heard it from someone else, he naturally wouldn't believe it.

However, since these words came from David, it is questionable.

After all, Inspector General David's ability to play tricks on people is really extraordinary. He can even get the dirty laundry of his competitors.

If he wants to run for election again in the future.

As long as Inspector General David can continue to get dirt on his other opponents, his seat as senator can theoretically be secured.

but……

After all, the IRS is a national agency. If you want to support his campaign, it is not enough to use covert means, you need campaign funds.

But the IRS definitely cannot provide this money openly.

How does Inspector General David plan to solve this problem?
Thinking of this, Acerbi couldn't help but ask, "Inspector General David, how are you going to solve the issue of campaign funds?"

"It's simple. I will be the peacemaker and you and the Kennidi family will get back together!"

"Okay, then I just have one last question. Your bill cannot be passed by me and Raglan alone. If you can convince more congressmen and successfully draft it in Congress and pass it through the House of Representatives, then when it reaches the Senate, there's nothing wrong with me voting for you!"

(End of this chapter)