American Tax Officer

Indeed, since David took office as the chief of the Western Suburb Branch, although there have been many shocking actions, in the end, they indeed all got neatly resolved.

And this time, since he has made a promise, there must certainly be some confidence in his ability.

"In that case, let him accept the challenge, but we should also prepare the plan we discussed before about sending assistance, just in case there's an unexpected setback, so we can have them step in to recover the situation," Obadiah said.

Hearing Obadiah speak, Donald nodded and then pulled out his phone...

Western Suburb Branch.

After ending the call with Donald, David immediately looked at Hakim and instructed, "Put the word out, say that I, David, have accepted Senator Phipps's 'declaration of war'!"

"This..."

Hakim wanted to advise against it, but seeing David's resolute expression, he ultimately didn't dare say more and nodded before walking out.

Soon after, when word that David had accepted Phipps's 'challenge' was released by the Western Suburb Branch, the entire social network immediately erupted.

"Oh my god, Director David really accepted the senator's TV debate challenge? Does he really have that much confidence to out-debate such an old fox?"

"No way, Director David actually took up the challenge. That's very admirable, but I don't know if he can withstand Senator Phipps's offensive once he gets there."

"Hahahaha, I knew Director David wouldn't back down. As long as he has the courage to 'go into battle,' no matter the result, I'll always support him!"

"Yes, we know that Director David's strength is in taxation, not debating, but all we want is the attitude; winning or losing doesn't matter!"

When Phipps previously declared war on Twitter, many of David's supporters were worried, concerned that David would shy away from the challenge and back down.

But now, seeing how cleanly David had accepted the challenge, they were naturally very excited.

George Hotel.

"Hahahaha, David, you've got guts!"

Upon receiving the news from the Western Suburb Branch, Phipps couldn't help but burst into laughter at this moment.

He had been worried that David would act like a shrinking turtle, afraid to accept the challenge. Although he would still have occupied the moral high ground, it wasn't the same as facing David live in front of a global audience and verbally breaking his defense.

"Mr. Phipps, our team has arrived," Peristedan announced as he walked over with a group of well-dressed individuals. These were the professionals tasked with strategizing for the debate.

Although Phipps was confident that he could overwhelm David at the debate with his eloquence,

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"Mr. Phipps, as the spokesperson for the 'black tax bill,' I believe that if we attack the cases he has handled before, such as those involving controversial human rights organization members..."

"..."

While Phipps's side was preparing for the debate, back at the Western Suburb Branch, David's office also welcomed two men and a woman.

Leading them was a woman in a white lady's suit with big wavy hair, who introduced herself, "Director David, my name is Michelle, this is Reynolds, and this is Sylvester. We've been sent by headquarters to assist you with the debate."

"Pleased to meet you."

David shook hands with them one by one, then said, "Let's get started, then."

"Phipps is an old fox, once this debate battle begins, he will definitely use the Human Rights Organization incident to attack you, so we think that you need to..."

"..."

While David and Senator Phipps were receiving advice from their respective teams, KTLA-TV Station, an independent television station in Los Angeles known for its morning news programs and breaking news coverage, was vigorously preparing as the venue for this debate battle.

At two o'clock in the afternoon, after getting consent from both sides, the station announced via Twitter that the debate would begin at seven o'clock tonight during prime time.

"Seven o'clock? That soon, can't wait to watch this showdown!"

"I thought it would be a few days before it started, but it's happening tonight at seven, so excited!"

"Tonight at seven, the debate battle between Director David of the Western Suburb Branch and Senator Phipps will kick off—who will emerge victorious?"

In the midst of heated online discussions and overwhelming media promotion, the debate battle quickly became the headline on social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook.

Of course, the most attentive audience for the focal battle were the criminals across the nation. They were well aware that if David, the spokesperson for the Black Tax Bill, lost tonight, the bill's authority might not be completely annihilated, but at least such a result would prove that the legislation could be shaken.

With the unity of criminals nationwide, coupled with the manipulation of their votes, there might be a chance to overturn the bill and grant them "freedom" once again.

Besides criminals, numerous socialites, government officials, and even the White House were equally attentive to the battle.

For government officials, the escalating conflict over the Black Tax Bill had increasingly become their Sword of Damocles; naturally, many officials hoped that the bill would be severely damaged.

For the White House, as America's economy was on the decline, the need for revenue from the Black Tax Bill to boost spending was apparent; thus, the White House certainly didn't want any mishaps with this legislation.

Amidst these various considerations, the time arrived at six o'clock.

"That's all I have to remind you, Director David. It's about time. You should get ready and set off now!"

The moment Michelle finished speaking, David received a call from Donald.

Donald informed him through the phone that the debate had already garnered attention from the White House, Congress, and people from all walks of life. He then double-checked to make sure David was prepared; if not, headquarters had a second set of contingency plans ready.

Upon hearing that the White House, Congress, and various personalities were watching, David immediately felt additional pressure, but how could he possibly back down at this crucial juncture? He had to enter the fray.

In the time that followed, David returned to his apartment. He took a bath, shaved his beard clean, dressed in a brand-new suit, tied his tie, and after repeatedly confirming that his appearance was flawless in the mirror, he stepped downstairs and got into the BMW driven by Nisen, heading toward the KTLA-TV Station.

KTLA-TV Station entrance.

A large crowd of media reporters was already waiting on site.

Soon after, the arrival of a Cadillac grabbed everyone's attention. The car door opened, revealing Senator Phipps stepping out.

At that moment, Senator Phipps was also in a brand-new suit with shiny leather shoes and a well-oiled pompadour, looking confident of victory.

"Senator Phipps, are you confident about crushing Director David of the Western Suburb Branch in tonight's debate battle?"

"Crush is a bit of an improper term. I am here tonight primarily to discuss the unreasonable aspects of the Black Tax Bill with Director David."

"Senator Phipps, you have criticized the Black Tax Bill before on Twitter. Will you confront and attack David, the spokesperson for the bill, face-to-face tonight?"

"..."

"Director David is here!"

Just as Phipps was smugly accepting interviews, someone in the crowd shouted out, and the media swiftly shifted direction towards David. This abrupt diversion made Phipps's face turn dark as he felt his limelight stolen.