American Tax Officer-Chapter 828 - 415: A War of Words with Gates

Chapter 828: Chapter 415: A War of Words with Gates

Before long, a man clad in a suit with an honest-looking face arrived before the group.

Observing that nearly all the senior officials from the headquarters were present, he revealed a trace of unease but quickly mustered up composure to explain, “Chief, Inspector David… the reason the half-month period yielded so little is largely due to one factor…”

“That factor is, after the law officially went into effect, whether it be the internet giants of Silicon Valley or companies from other places, they all employed delaying tactics, entertaining the idea that the later they relocate back to the home country, the better. This is the reason our expected tax revenue hasn’t been collected…”

Hearing Rayleigh’s explanation, David and the others understood.

They thought, how could the tax revenue figures be so outrageous? As it turned out, it was these internet giants, along with businesses across the nation, who were playing tricks!

“David, what do you think of this matter?”

Obadiah looked to David first thing.

“From our Internal Revenue Service’s standpoint, these internet giants and businesses nationwide, by delaying the relocation of their registration one more day, we lose a day’s worth of tax revenue. Therefore, we can’t let them continue to drag this out!”

“We should bring in their CEOs for a talk, whether by coercion or threat, we need to find a way to make them relocate immediately!”

David spoke assertively.

“I agree with Inspector David’s viewpoint!”

“I also concur. Even though the remote tax evasion law has passed, if they continue to delay like this, we are the ones who suffer losses. We should call them in and give them a good talking to!”

“…”

The executives all supported David’s strong approach to the matter.

“Good, then this matter…”

Obadiah looked at David, fully aware that to make these companies comply, it would probably require David’s personal involvement.

“The affair with Wall Street can be put aside for a few days, no big deal. I’ll take care of this matter, Chief.”

David gracefully volunteered for the task.

“Alright, then we’ll leave it in your hands, Inspector David.”

…

San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Facebook Headquarters.

“Mr. Zuckerberg, given the situation in the stock market these past few days, Trump, Musk, and their cronies have already acquired a substantial share of our company. I believe they won’t give up so easily. If this continues, it’s only a matter of time before they become our second-largest shareholder. Should we… do something about it?”

Upon hearing the report from his subordinate, Mark Zuckerberg, who had just rushed back from Senado Island, showed no emotions on his face as if he had anticipated this outcome.

He pondered for a moment then asked, “Never mind that for now, regarding the relocation of our registration, delay it day by day, drag it out as long as possible, understood?”

Although the remote tax evasion law had become a sure thing, as long as they could delay the relocation of their registration by even one day, not only would it annoy the Internal Revenue Service, but they would also pay one less day of taxes, so it was worth dragging out.

“Rest assured, sir, we have already prepared a contingency plan for this.”

“Good, that’s excellent!”

“Oh, one more thing…”

“Mr. Zuckerberg!”

Just as Zuckerberg was about to add something, another one of his assistants abruptly approached him.

“What is it?”

“The Internal Revenue Service has sent a notice, summoning you to their headquarters tomorrow morning, saying they wish to discuss some matters with you!”

At these words, Zuckerberg’s brow furrowed, but he quickly regained his composure.

A summons from the Internal Revenue Service at this time was likely not good news.

Should he go or not?

As the national tax authority, if they had issued a summons, it would be unacceptable for him not to attend, and he might also face media criticism, leading to a whirlwind of public opinion.

So, playing the recluse or finding excuses not to go wouldn’t be viable options.

After weighing his options for a while, Zuckerberg, as if recalling something, asked, “Aside from me, what about the other companies? Have they received similar notices?”

“From the information I’ve gathered, Gates, Cook, Jeff… all of these individuals have received summonses from the Internal Revenue Service.”

R𝑒ad latest chapt𝒆rs at freewebnovёl.ƈom Only.

Hearing his assistant’s words validated Zuckerberg’s suspicion that the Internal Revenue Service’s summons was definitely targeted at making a move against them.

But if so many were being summoned, it wasn’t altogether bad for them. After all, with so many from their ranks gathered together, they would have a lot more confidence facing the Internal Revenue Service.

“Arrange my travel to Washington D.C.!”

“Will do, sir!”

Besides Facebook, at the same moment, CEOs from other giants like Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon were also receiving summonses from the Internal Revenue Service.

Although reluctant upon receiving the notices, after deliberating the pros and cons, they realized that not attending was not an option and thus postponed other engagements to board planes bound for Washington D.C.

And with so much activity, the media, not being idle, naturally picked up on the news, and various speculations began to circulate…

The next morning, bright and early.

Washington D.C., at the doors of the Internal Revenue Service Headquarters, a large throng of media reporters had arrived.

“Good morning, viewers, this is BBC. According to the information we received last night, the Internal Revenue Service has issued summons to Silicon Valley and business giants nationwide. The responsible executives of these major companies have now successively arrived in Washington D.C. The specifics of the situation are not yet known, so let’s continue to watch as the situation unfolds!”