american tax collector

The White House, Oval Office.

"Fuck, fuck, damn David, I knew he had more of my things in his hands!"

Seeing the situation suddenly become so bad, Paiden was very angry.

Sullivan, who was standing nearby, didn't look much better at this time.

It seems that he still underestimated David. Not only did this guy investigate the president, but he also got so much powerful black material.

In addition, the quality of the two attacking articles published by Pinkman is really high.

If the other party had sent all of it out directly, they would definitely not have handled it the way they are doing now.

But now the other party has published the first article, leading them to refute it in front of the whole country.

After they finished their rebuttal, they published the second article. This was like pulling their previous rebuttal back in front of the whole world, making their rebuttal instantly become a joke!
"I have warned you before that you should be careful when going against him. Now, how can we save face?"

Paden looked at Sullivan with a hint of resentment.

If Sullivan had not advised him to attack David as soon as he returned here, he would not have been so direct no matter how dissatisfied he was.

After all, too many people have fallen at David's hands.

Now, the other party has more dirt on him. Now they are in trouble.

Sullivan also had a worried look on his face at this moment. He did not expect that David really had so much powerful negative information about Paden.

Now that they have all burst out at once, they have indeed become a little confused.

……

Meanwhile, Senado Island.

"What on earth is going on? Didn't we remind Paiden to be careful? How did it turn out like this?"

Seeing the situation suddenly turn into this, the faces of the Freemasons also looked very ugly.

When they had conflicts with David before, the White House had been neutral and trying to fish in troubled waters.

Now they have finally dragged the White House into their camp, but in the blink of an eye they were dealt with by David again. If this happens again like the Watergate scandal and Paden is forced to resign, it will be even more difficult for them to move forward.

You know, if Paden is forced to resign now, the person who will take over will be Vice President Cachila, and Cachila has already expressed her position during the last tax avoidance bill, and has obviously become David's lackey.

So once this woman comes to power, and David controls Congress and the presidency, what hope will they have?
Just prepare to die!
"It's meaningless to say this now. Paiden can't afford to make any mistakes in this situation. Let's all think about how to help him resolve this!"

As the backbone of the Freemasons, Henrietta was also very angry about this matter, but at the same time he knew that saving Paden was the most important thing now.

"Mr. Henrietta, the second article lists a lot of negative evidence about Paden's son. It is impossible to refute it, and the people of the country are still angry about being fooled. So I think it would be best for Paden to come out in person and make a sincere apology to the people of the country!"

Prescott stood up and said.

After the zipper gate scandal broke out, it was thanks to Kellerington's sincere apology that it was finally forgiven by the public and the crisis was averted.

If Paidun can come out and be more sincere and admit his mistake to the public, there is a great chance that this matter can be resolved.

"What do you think of Prescott's proposal?"

Henrietta looked around at the group.

Everyone looked at each other, but in the end no one made any suggestions or objections, obviously acquiescing to this approach.

"Since everyone has no objection, let's call Paiden and give him this suggestion!"

……

The White House, Oval Office.

Paiden put down the phone with a gloomy face.

The Freemasons asked him to hold a press conference to admit his mistake, and after some discussion just now, Sullivan and his think tank team also came up with this plan.

It seems that this is the only way to do it.

"Hold a press conference!"

"Yes, Mr. President!"

Half an hour later, a new round of press conference was held.

The difference from last time is that last time it was hosted by Wilder, but this time it was Paden himself who hosted it.

Under the spotlight, Paden walked to Taichung and said with a look of regret: "Hello everyone, in light of the accusations and criticisms of me by the Washington Post, I deeply realize my mistakes."

"Actually, when I first saw the first article published by Bowkerman, I wanted to hold a press conference to apologize to everyone, but everyone knows that I... I have an unfilial son."

"As soon as she heard the news, she ran to my office and begged me to not make it public, so I...I..."

When he said this, Paiden suddenly choked up and his eyes began to turn red.

At this time, Wilder in the audience also had a tacit understanding. He immediately took out a few tissues and walked up to the stage to hand them to Paden.

Paiden took the tissue, wiped his wet eyes, and continued, "I didn't want to agree at first, but my unfilial son threatened me with death. It's the same as saying that a son's failure to teach his father is the fault of his father. The reason why he became like this has a lot to do with me and my becoming president."

"Even saying this, it's all my fault!"

"In order to make up for this debt, I made such a foolish decision in a moment of impulse. I feel sorry for the American people..."

At the same time, New York Manhattan Police Department.

"Haha, our president's acting is really good. It's a pity that he didn't go to Hollywood!"

Watching Paden's tearful performance at the press conference, Munson couldn't help but make a sarcastic remark.

"You know what, this is quite effective. At least the pressure on him online has been reduced a lot now!"

"It's normal. He is the president after all. A man of such high status apologized tearfully in front of the whole nation. This will invisibly comfort the people psychologically and reduce their criticism of him!"

Jerry and Larin also spoke one after another.

"Is the third document ready?"

At this time, David, who was sitting, spoke.

"Ready Inspector General."

"Okay, once our President's 'performance' is over, send it to Pinkman immediately!"

"understand!"

...The White House did achieve relatively good results after Payne's tearful apology lasted nearly an hour.

It wasn't just the media reporters at the scene who felt some sympathy for Pat himself.

The same is true for many people online.

Of course, the reason why such a good effect was achieved is mainly because Paiden is really a bit "pitfall".

Yes, he put all the blame on his son.

When describing his son as an unforgivable playboy, he also highlights his helplessness as a father, which leads to such a result.

Of course, it was just a mistake caused by helplessness, and he didn't intend to do so. There is a big difference between the two!

"Okay, that's all I have to say, Mr. President. Let me add a few more words!"

At this time, Wilder walked onto the stage, took over the baton from Paden, and continued, "As you all know, our president is already over 80 years old. At this age, most people are already enjoying their retirement at home, but our president is still working hard in this position, striving to seek benefits for the American people."

"Of course, there are gains and losses. As I said before, our president has focused all his attention on the country, so it is inevitable that he will lose something!"

"For example, caring for family members and disciplining sons!"

"This is what is causing everyone's anger, and I once again ask everyone to understand our president!"

"Because while he is your president, you must also remember that he is also an old man and a father!"

"I have finished speaking. Thank you all media friends for coming!"

As Wilder finished his words, the press conference officially came to an end.

However, the online discussion on this incident has slowly begun to change.

"It seems that although President Paden deceived us, he had no choice but to do so!"

"Yes, every family has its own problems. Who made our president's family have such an unfilial son? There is nothing we can do about it."

"When faced with the country and family, our president ultimately chooses the country. This must be understood!"

"..."

It is said that there are first-class actors in the political arena, and since Patten was able to run for the presidency, his acting skills are naturally not to be underestimated. His tearful speech really moved many people.

With the guidance of major social media platforms such as Facebook and YouTube controlled by the Freemasons, the direction of public opinion has begun to change significantly compared to the previous unanimous accusations.

Of course, in addition to this, the White House’s professional public relations team also played a big role.

After returning to the President's office.

Paiden slumped in his chair helplessly, then asked the public relations director, "What is the current public opinion situation?"

"This is the right move, Mr. President. According to our preliminary public opinion survey, 52 percent of the public are forgiving of you after your emotional apology."

The head of the public relations department answered truthfully.

Hearing these words, Paiden finally breathed a sigh of relief.

It seems that such efforts are rewarded!

But soon, as if he had thought of something, he looked at Wilder and asked, "What's going on at the Washington Post?"

First the first article came out, followed by the second. What he was worried about was whether there would be a third article?

If there really is a third article, and it contains evidence and information that is extremely unfavorable to him like the second article, then he is doomed.

"Don't worry, Mr. President. I have sent someone to look for their boss with 'sincerity'. I think it will have some effect!"

Pinkman was just an editor-in-chief.

So Wilder's plan was very simple, which was to find the president of the Washington Post and have a good "negotiate" with him to see how to eliminate the hidden dangers that might arise next.

"very good."

Paiden looked at Sullivan again and said, "The FBI needs to handle this as soon as possible, so that we won't be so passive."

If the FBI still had control in their hands, they would never have been caught off guard by these two articles.

So he believed that control of the organization must be taken back as soon as possible.

"Don't worry, sir. I have already talked to the leaders of the majority and minority parties in Congress and will ask them to support Newland in taking office as soon as possible."

"Then let's talk!"

……

In an office on the top floor of the Washington Post headquarters.

"Mr. Fofana, this is what the president means. Your Post has earned so much traffic now, it's time to stop. If you stop now, then the president said that past events will be forgiven. If you continue..."

The representative sent by Wilder did not continue speaking, but the threat was already obvious.

Sitting opposite him was the president of the Washington Post, Fofana Lanson.

After hearing these threatening words, Fofana's brows twisted into a "川" shape.

Although Pinkman had assured him that this time their newspaper would be able to take its position in the industry to a higher level with this big news.

But now that the president's representative has come to threaten us personally, it is impossible to say that we have no concerns at all.

"I understand, Mr. Caesar, I'll consider it!"

"Then you have to think carefully about it, Mr. Fofana. It's the 21st century now. Events like Watergate will never happen again!"

The representative called Caesar was of course well aware that the reason why the Washington Post took the risk of reporting such a gamble-like news was simply to recreate the glory of the Watergate incident.

So he is directly exposing this now as a warning!
As expected, Fofana was very unhappy when his thoughts were exposed, but considering that the other party was a representative sent by the president, he could not refute anything and could only wave his hand and order him to leave.

After Caesar left, Fofana immediately picked up the landline phone on the table and said, "Ask Pinkman to come to my office!"

"Mr. President, you're looking for me?"

A few minutes later, Pinkman came into the office, exhausted.

However, he seemed a little impatient at this time. Ever since the previous two articles were published, his reputation has skyrocketed, and now he has become a well-known figure in the industry.

His social media followers increased from a few tens of thousands to millions in a short period of time. The huge fame and fortune almost made him crazy with excitement.

Just now, he had received the third document from David and was about to get ready to do something big, but he was interrupted by Mel, who called him over. Naturally, he was a little unhappy. (End of this chapter)