America 1919-Chapter 1743 - 658: The President Behind the President

Chapter 1743: Chapter 658: The President Behind the President

Donnie’s words received the Cabinet Ministers’ agreement.

Everyone confirmed one thing: if this war drags on, the United States is bound to join.

"Since everyone has no objection to this matter, I think we should now discuss the issue of increasing military funding!"

Donnie once again posed a question to the group.

Upon hearing this question, everyone’s expressions turned complex.

Everyone knew that the Block Family currently controls the largest arms company in the United States, and if you add the DuPont Family who is aligned with them,

it can be confirmed that Venus Bank will become the largest arms supplier in the nation.

Before this, America’s military budget had always been relatively low.

Although Franklin Roosevelt had been pushing for increased military spending.

However, bringing this issue up in the Cabinet meeting shows just how much Donnie Block cares about it.

The Secretary of the Navy, Charles Edison, who had been silent, also spoke at this time.

"I think Mr. Block’s suggestion is fair. As one of the world’s most powerful countries, I have always believed that the United States’ military spending is not proportional to its strength."

George Marshall also backed Donnie at this moment, saying, "Our Army thinks so too.

War is the best catalyst for technological development.

This is evident from Germany’s military actions; if Germany didn’t have world-leading military technology, they wouldn’t have the guts to start this war!"

Seeing the Secretary of the Navy and the Chief of Staff of the Army agree with Donnie’s words made the crowd feel quite emotional.

They knew Donnie had always been cultivating relationships with the U.S. military.

But now, with just one sentence, gaining the support of both the U.S. Army and Navy, still surprised them.

Harry Woodlin suddenly spoke up at this moment.

"I have no objection to increasing federal military spending, but Mr. Block, is it not because Ares Military Industry has been trading with Germany that their military strength has grown so strong?"

When Harry Woodlin said this, the atmosphere in the Oval Office instantly became tense.

Everyone also knew that Harry Woodlin was very dissatisfied with some of Venus Bank’s business practices.

But Venus Bank has now grown into an entity that even they must handle with care.

More importantly, everyone has intricate, behind-the-scenes connections of interest.

Now Harry Woodlin suddenly says this, clearly targeting Donnie.

Donnie leaned back in his chair, calmly looking at Harry Woodlin, with a gaze full of disdain.

This gaze provoked Harry Woodlin, "Donnie Block, what kind of look is that?"

Donnie Block sneered, "I was just thinking whether to have Ares Military Industry’s legal team send you a legal letter, or just tell you here and now, you are an idiot!"

Harry Woodlin, being the U.S. Secretary of War, holds a high status and is also one of the Democratic Party leaders.

Even Franklin Roosevelt has to consult Harry Woodlin on some matters.

Now, being unreservedly mocked by Donnie, made him furious.

"Donnie Block, don’t forget your identity. Do you know what kind of blow it would be to you if the transactions between Ares Military Industry and Germany were leaked?"

Donnie chuckled, "Looks like you really are an idiot. Every transaction Ares Military Industry makes is documented and the required taxes are fully paid.

As for leaking this?

Ha, do you have the guts?"

"You!" Harry Woodlin’s pale, poriferous face turned red.

Dare he reveal this?

Of course not, even as Secretary of War, he wouldn’t dare.

"America is a country with a highly free trade environment, we are just following U.S. trade regulations and conducting our business."

Donnie further provoked Harry Woodlin.

Harry Woodlin’s heart was increasingly filled with anger and helplessness.

Because he understood the meaning in Donnie’s words.

America is a country with highly free trade?

That’s sheer nonsense.

At least among the upper echelons, everyone understands this truth.

But there is one thing everyone agrees on.

As long as there are interests to discuss, everyone is even willing to trade with Satan.

Ares Military Industry trades with Germany and Italy, but in fact, many companies in America do the same business as Ares Military Industry.

If you add companies trading with Japan, you could say it includes all major American companies.

If Harry Woodlin dared to reveal this, he would be opposing most major companies in the country.

At that point, Harry Woodlin wouldn’t even know how he died.

"Secretary Woodlin, as the Secretary of War, I hope you understand your duty, which is to prepare for any potential wars America may face.

Not to seek issues with your allies here, which won’t make you look noble, it will only make me think you’re an idiot!"

Harry Woodlin stood up abruptly.

"Donnie Block!"

Donnie sat there, legs crossed, looking at Harry Woodlin with satisfaction, "I’m right here!"