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So even a behemoth like the Morgan Family couldn't guarantee that the candidate they endorse would certainly be elected.

"Heh heh."

Prescott chuckled but said nothing more.

Joshua then spoke up, "David, who is currently just the head of the Western Suburb Branch, is already stirring up trouble and infringing on the interests of our members. If he were to enter the Washington D.C. Headquarters and later take the helm of the massive Washington D.C. National Tax Bureau, with his personality, who could guarantee he wouldn't declare war on us on a grand scale?"

"Hmm... I agree with Mr. Joshua's view. This person's actions are too ruthless, and he is not one of our own, resembling Kennedy in the past—difficult to control..."

At the mention of Kennedy, Freemasonry members in the room couldn't help but look grave.

Although they had managed to take down Kennedy before, his series of policies at the time still left them apprehensive.

If those policies had been successfully implemented, such as the Federal Reserve being nationalized, then every person and every family's interests would have suffered a severe blow.

And the current situation seemed somewhat similar.

With David's capabilities and character, if he were to take over the National Tax Bureau in the future and target Hollywood-like audits on their great families, wouldn't that spell disaster?

"So, this man absolutely cannot be given the chance to enter the National Tax Bureau Headquarters!"

Seeing that the others seemed to be in agreement, Joshua continued to strike while the iron was hot.

"However, ever since this person was selected by the Tax Bureau's 'God-making' plan, not only has he been valued by the top echelons of the Bureau, but he has also accumulated a lot of prestige among the public. Unless a scandal breaks out, it would be difficult to stop him from entering the Headquarters, especially considering his youth."

Prescott said, resting his chin on his hand.

In fact, according to many people's predictions outside, David entering the Headquarters and even taking over the National Tax Bureau was almost a foregone conclusion.

The main reason was that David was too young, only in his twenties. It wasn't just about achievements; he could possibly reach the position of the Director of the Headquarters just by seniority.

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After Joshua made this statement, his gaze swept across those present. Quickly, he located an old man with white hair and a wrinkled face sitting in the crowd to his right and asked, "Mr. Soros, if I'm not mistaken, your nephew is currently within the Tax Bureau system, and he's doing quite well, right?"

"If it hadn't been for David's emergence, he would have been the chosen one for the Tax Bureau's 'God-making' plan, with great prospects. But now... under David's brilliance, his future seems uncertain."

Soros, whose name was called, was slightly flustered. Despite being seen as a financial magnate on Wall Street who could call the shots, he was only middle to lower class among the people in this room, even less esteemed than the Disney Family.

"I've reviewed the information. Although your nephew Brown Soros lost to David in the 'God-making' plan, he is still highly regarded within the Tax Bureau system. If we maneuver to transfer him directly to the Headquarters and let him get familiar with administrative work first, there might be a chance for him to take the lead over David and become the head of the National Tax Bureau!"

In the movie "Cold War," why did Li Wenbin, who had accomplished countless deeds of valor on the front lines, fail to become the Commissioner of Police, while Liu Jiehui, who seemed to have no significant accomplishments as he handled administrative tasks, ultimately became the key figure in the police force?

The main reason was that Liu Jiehui focused on administrative work, which familiarized him with the overall operations of the police force, something the senior levels of the police needed more. This earned him the support of these seniors and success in ascending to the position.

Whereas Li Wenbin focused on grassroots work and was indeed a good hand at charging into battle, he definitely was not as suitable as Liu Jiehui for managing the entire police force. In the end, many police officers below might have supported him, but still, he couldn't ascend to the position.

Joshua's idea was similar.

As long as they could send Brown Soros into the power center of the Washington D.C. National Tax Bureau first, let him get familiar with the everyday work of this center, and form good relations with the higher-ups, he could eventually master the overall administrative operations of the Tax Bureau. Then, having that advantage...

And with the influence of the Freemasonry on their side, couldn't they outcompete David, who was only proficient in taxation and ill-versed in administration, like Li Wenbin?

"If Mr. Joshua thinks it's feasible, then, of course, I have no objections."

If Brown Soros became the future head of the National Tax Bureau, it would naturally be very beneficial to the Soros family, so he certainly wouldn't reject such an opportunity.

"Hmm, Joshua, you have a good idea, but the chief official in the Tax Bureau is the Director, and the position of Chief Advisor is also crucial. To be cautious, I think we need a backup candidate as well."

Prescott said.

"How about Bellamy Hattie?"

Prescott turned to Soros and asked, "Who is this person?"

"During the initial 'God-making' plan of the Tax Bureau, this person ranked third and also has a certain support rate within the Bureau system. But now, he too has been overshadowed by David's brilliance. If we support him, he would likely be quite willing to join our cause."

"Well then, that's feasible..."

"Wait, gentlemen, what about my situation?"