Chapter 248: Stevenson reappears
Hotel Georgia, in a suite on the top floor.
Back here, Pips hung his suit jacket on the hanger, picked up a bottle of whiskey from the counter, poured it over the glass, and took a sip.
But as soon as he thought of the embarrassing moment in the courtroom just now, he became angry and slammed the cup directly on the ground.
Just then, there was a knock on the door, and then Pristerdam walked in, and said, "Mr. Pepps, Stevenson is here, and he wants to see you." ”
"Stevenson?"
Pipps looked suspicious, then asked, "You're talking about the former governor of Nevada?" ”
"Yes."
After receiving the confirmation, the suspicion on Pips's face became even stronger, he did not have any friendship with this Stevenson, only knew that the other party was the former governor of Nevada.
And he also heard some rumors, it is said that the governor's resignation has something to do with David, who was previously in Nevada, but he doesn't know if it's true.
Don't...... The other party came to him this time because of this?
This is possible, after all, he is now the leading big brother in attacking the black tax bill, if this Stevenson really has a grudge against David, then adhering to the principle that the enemy of an enemy is a friend, it is reasonable to want to come to him to deal with David.
Thinking of this, Pipps put away his thoughts and replied, "Then invite him over." ”
Five or six minutes later, Pristerdam pushed the door in, followed by Stevenson, the former governor of Nevada.
Compared with the high-spirited person who sat on the governor's throne at the beginning, Stevenson's eyes at this time were a little more vicissitudes, but after seeing Pips, he still showed a kind smile and said: "Councilor Pips, it's a pleasure to meet you." ”
"Governor Stevenson, I'm glad to meet you too."
"I'm not the governor now, just call me Stevenson, oh yes, I'm sure Senator Pepps must be curious why I'm here to see you, right?"
Pipps nodded.
"Actually, it's nothing, I'm here today just to express my support for Councillor Pips, you are right to attack the black tax bill, this bill is too powerful, and if it is used by some people, sooner or later it will become a monster that devours everyone, and it should be repealed!"
Stevenson and David have a bitter enmity, and after being forced to abdicate, he learned from it.
The reason why he ended up like this is simply because the power given to the IRS by the black tax bill is too great.
So if you want to take revenge, you have to get rid of the black tax bill!
But just when he didn't know how to start, he didn't expect that the three congressmen Pipps surprised him and jumped out to fire the first shot for him.
But it's a pity that whether it was in the later TV debates, or the current Camora family was extremely defeated, the three parliamentarians Pipps were disgraced.
And the reason why he came here today was mainly because he was worried that after experiencing this nose gray, the three councillors would choose to back down, so he came to cheer up.
Hearing this, a flash of fierceness flashed in Pips's eyes, under the use of some people, isn't this just referring to David?
It seems that he guessed correctly, Stevenson is really here to deal with David!
But then again, although he is now in a relationship with David because of the black tax bill, Stevenson's posture of wanting to kill people with a knife and condescending to give him instructions still makes him a little unhappy.
Lao Tzu is a dignified member of Congress, and you are just a governor who has stepped down.
Stevenson also saw the unhappiness on Pepps's face, and he immediately explained: "Don't get Rep. Pepps wrong, this matter not only involves you, but also my duty, and I will help you!" ”
Pipps looked at him with disdain: "How can you help?" ”
The corners of Stevenson's mouth lifted and he said, "The midterm elections are coming soon, and I have already received the party's nomination, and I will run for the Senate of New York State when the time comes." ”
"Senator of New York?!"
As a member of the House of Representatives who has served more than three consecutive terms, no one knows better how difficult it is to run for the Senate.
If the senator had been elected so well, he would not have had to mix in the House of Representatives for three consecutive years.
And now Stevenson dares to run, and it is such a difficult state in New York, and the most important thing is that he has also won the nomination for the party race, which is not trivial.
What is the background of this Stevenson?
In the United States, there are more than 500 members of the Senate and House of Representatives combined, and there are as many as 1,000 candidates, and there are countless politicians from all over the country, and he is not familiar with Stevenson, so he does not know who or what forces are behind this person.
Stevenson was pleased with the shock that Pips had revealed, and he nodded, "That's right." ”
Pepps asked sharply, "You dare to run for such a difficult position as a senator, Mr. Stevenson, you must have a big backer behind you, right?" ”
"To tell you the truth, my mother-in-law is from the Demon Root family."
Stevenson came here to cheer up Pips, so he didn't mind revealing his network to reassure the other party.
Sure enough, after hearing about the Mogen family, Pips was shocked at first, but then suddenly realized, he said: "No wonder Mr. Stevenson, you dare to run for the Senate and get the party's election representative, it turns out that there is still this level of connection......
"So, I'm here this time to let you continue to stick to your own judgment, don't give up easily when you encounter some setbacks!"
"Mr. Stevenson, you're right."
If it had been before, when he heard Stevenson use such condescending words again, then Pipps would have had a seizure.
However, when he heard that people were going to run for the Senate, and the most important thing was that he had something to do with the Mogen family, he didn't talk about having a seizure, but now he instantly turned into a dog-licking posture of listening carefully.
After all, it was the Mogen family, one of the top families in the United States, and it was said that he still controlled such a behemoth as the Federal Reserve, which he could not afford to offend.
"I watched your televised debate a few days ago, and you fell behind, but there is one thing that I think you should take advantage of, such as lobbying the congressional committee in charge of the black tax bill, explaining to them the investigation of you by the Western Suburbs Bureau, which is definitely a cause for concern among the committee members......."
"To tell you the truth, I have had this plan for a long time, but I have been delayed by the affairs of the Camorra family, don't worry, I will go to Lie Washington tomorrow morning and find the committee to lobby about this matter."
"Very well, then that's all for today, but Congressman Pips, you have to remember that we are in one camp, and I can also say that I am always your back!"
Pipps was overjoyed, and it was an unexpected surprise that the black tax bill had attracted the support of so many criminals.
But I didn't expect that this was the real surprise.
If this development continues, as long as Stevenson is really elected to the Senate, it will be a big political ally for him, not to mention the possibility of being connected with the Mogen family!
But soon, he seemed to think of something again, and some doubts and entanglements appeared on his face.
And Stevenson, who was on the side, also saw his doubts and entanglements, and asked boldly: "Why is Congressman Pepps, is there anything else you want to ask?" ”
Pipps bit his lip and finally spoke, "Mr. Stevenson, with all due respect, it is rumored that the reason why you stepped down as governor of Nevava early was because of David?" ”
Hearing this, Stevenson's originally complacent face suddenly sank, and he said with a hateful gaze: "That's right! ”
Upon confirmation, Pipps's heart fluttered.
After all, rumors are just rumors, and now after being confirmed by the parties, the impact on him is naturally not small.
You know, being able to become a governor in the United States can almost be said to be like an emperor, so he can't quite understand how David forced Stevenson to this point in the first place.
What's more, he now knows that Stevenson has the support of the Mogen family, which makes it even more puzzling to him.
"With all due respect, David was just a small tax collector in Nevada at the time, how could you be reduced to this, Mr. Stevenson?"
Although revealing someone's scar may cause others to be unhappy, first, Pips is really curious, and second, if Stevenson can't give a reasonable explanation, then he should wonder what the relationship between the Morgen family and Stevenson is.
Stevenson clenched his fists, and finally slowly spoke: "I have to admit, this bastard is a bit capable......"
After a few minutes, it finally dawned on Pips, but at the same time, there was a look of shock on his face.
According to Stevenson's own description, this David not only mastered many of his own tax evasion tricks, but what is even more terrifying is that David didn't know what method he used to turn against the Secretary of State, the Lieutenant Governor and a series of people in the Nevada state government, resulting in Stevenson being directly set aside, and if it weren't for the Mogen family's action, he himself would have almost been ruined.
This guy ...... It's kind of scary!
Pipps knew that David was a ruthless character, but what he didn't expect was that he could be so ruthless that he could turn the entire state government of a state into a puppet.
What if that's what happened in their California...... That's impossible!
As soon as this idea came out, it was instantly rejected by Pips.
After all, California is the first state in the United States, not comparable to the poor countryside of Nevada, and David is now calling for wind and rain in his western suburbs, but he still wants to control such a huge California still thinks too much!
"So, Congressman Pips, you have to be glad you're a member of Congress, or you'd be standing in the courtroom by now that David has your information."
Stevenson's words brought Pipps back to his senses, but if he didn't have the talisman status of a member of Congress, he would have repeatedly opposed Davy for his criticism of the black tax bill, and he would have known what would have happened.
But then again, if he wasn't a member of Congress, how could he dare to stand up to the IRS with such fanfare?
Of course, the identity of the congressman is still a little lacking, and if he is now a senator, the effect of standing up and attacking the black tax bill will not be the same.
It seems that since you have chosen the path of attacking the black tax bill, you must step up your efforts so that you can have a chance to be elected to the Senate when the midterm elections come!
……
The next day, the Western Suburbs Branch, the Director's Office.
"After yesterday's trial, most of the lawbreakers in Los Angeles who were originally shouting for Pepps have died down, and only a small part is still ......."
Listening to Keanu's report, David nodded, as he expected, as long as the leading brother of the Camorra family was slaughtered, those outlaws would be much quieter, and they could be regarded as achieving the effect he wanted.
In the middle of his thoughts, Neeson walked in, put a few photos on the table, and said with a serious expression: "Director, this is a photo captured by the Intelligence Section, you can take a look." ”
David picked it up and saw that he was no stranger to the location in the photo, it was the Georgia Hotel, but this did not attract too much attention from him, and what really caught his attention was a man who stepped out of a black Cadillac.
This person can be said to be his old acquaintance, the former governor of Nevada, Stevenson!
"What is he going to do here?"
"This is where Pips is staying, and he's going to see Pepps."
David held his chin with his hand, he hadn't paid much attention to the other party since he had taken this guy out of power in Nevada last time, and he didn't expect that this time he would suddenly jump out again, and it seemed that he was going to be in trouble with this Peps.
But then again, how can he, a down-the-state governor, have the confidence to collude with other members of Congress?
Is it just a matter of cheering for the past?
Wrong......
The last time David wanted to kill this Stevenson, he received an order from the top of the General Administration to stop it, which proved that Stevenson should still have some connections.
After thinking for a while, he looked at Bucky and said, "Let the Intelligence Section continue to keep an eye on Stevenson, and check what this guy is doing during this time!" ”
"Understood."
As soon as Bucky left, David's phone rang, he picked it up, and when he saw that it was Donald calling, he immediately answered: "Deputy Director Donald." ”
"David, let me ask you something, did you really investigate Pips?"
David was stunned for a moment, and then immediately asked, "What's wrong?" ”
"The three Pipps guys took a plane to Washington early this morning, and they went to Congress to find the committee in charge of the black tax bill, and lobbied on the grounds that your western suburbs bureau was investigating members of Congress, which caused us to be very passive ...... now."
(End of chapter)