Chapter 363: Alexander Thompson
After a series of carefully planned behind-the-scenes operations, Parliament finally impeached Havis.
The Havis received the notice of the president's removal from office in the hospital ward.
His political career came to an end in a most inglorious way.
His downfall not only failed to resolve the government's crisis of trust, but instead caused people's trust in the government to drop to a freezing point.
As Hermione had foreseen, the populace would not tolerate deception indefinitely.
Although the Shadow left many loopholes in its operations, the people, who have been blinded by anger, are no longer willing to listen to the government's one-sided words.
The public's anger erupted like a volcano, and the streets were filled with protests and accusations against the government's deception.
The government's credibility was reduced to ashes amid public anger.
In this turbulent time, shadow organizations are like ghosts in the night, lurking in various parts of the United States.
They used the remaining strength of the rebel organization to launch large-scale riots across the United States.
They also provided weapons and funds to the rebels in an attempt to disrupt the normal operation of American society.
In order to calm the increasingly serious situation, parliament had to speed up the pace of the presidential election.
In this election, politicians from all walks of life came on the scene.
They are either passionate or gentle.
But without exception, they are all trying their best to promote themselves in order to win the support of voters.
After a series of heated debates and behind-the-scenes power-making, a tall, dignified congressman, Alexander Thompson, was pushed into the presidency.
He always regards himself as the "spokesman of the people" and has won the trust of many people.
However, beneath this righteous appearance, he hides a cold heart and extreme contempt for the people.
On the day the new president took office, the meeting room of Baigong was packed.
Members of the Legislature showed up to show their support for Thompson, but the reality was unknown.
Alexander Thompson sat in the main seat in the conference room.
“We have to act quickly,” his voice echoed around the conference room.
“We must not only restore the public’s trust in us, but also resolutely crack down on the rioters who intend to undermine the stability of our country.”
Howard began to speak: “Mr. President, what specific measures do you think we should take to restore the public’s trust?”
There was a barely perceptible flash of disdain in Thompson's eyes.
It is these incompetent congressmen who have plunged the United States into the chaos it is today.
Not only do they have no guilt at all, they also occupy these seats shamelessly.
However, he did not show any dissatisfaction on his face, and there was even a hint of a smile on the corner of his mouth.
"It's very simple. What we need to do is to give the public an 'explanation'.
And this "explanation" does not need to be true, as long as they feel that we are actively solving the problem, it is enough. "
Stevens frowned. “If we continue to deceive the people, what will happen if they find out the truth again?”
"Discover the truth? Then make sure they can never reach the truth." Thompson waved his hand contemptuously.
"Harveys is already in the hospital. We can arrange a more 'comfortable' place for him."
As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere in the conference room suddenly became tense.
Everyone looked at Thompson in surprise and doubt, not knowing what shocking words he would say next.
"Don't worry, I'm not that cruel," Thompson said with a hint of sarcasm in his tone.
"After all, Harveys has worked hard even if he has no merit. But I think a certificate of mental illness is the most appropriate thing for him."
There was a sound of people gasping in the conference room, but no one dared to object.
Thompson glanced around, taking in everyone's reactions, and his disdain grew even stronger.
"Emilia, I'll leave this matter to you." Thompson turned to Leah who was standing beside him.
"I believe that you will do your best to serve your former direct supervisor."
Leah's face remained calm, but she had a deeper understanding of Thompson's ruthlessness.
She nodded silently without saying anything more.
Stevens said in a deep voice, "But this alone is probably not enough."
"Money." Thompson said directly. He already had a complete plan in his mind.
“In this money-oriented society, no one can resist the temptation of money.
We can improve social welfare, reduce taxes, or even find a suitable reason to give money directly to the people.
I believe that this way people can feel our sincerity.”
Finance Minister Robinson frowned.
"Mr. President, we are already in deficit this year."
Thompson sneered: "'Unlimited quantitative easing',
Isn't this a common method used by everyone here?
Issue more U.S. Treasury bonds and let other countries share our burden.”
He paused, “As for the destruction of the Heptagon, haven’t you already found a scapegoat?
Then we launch a 'war on terror.'"
He ignored the shocked looks from the others and continued.
"We can use this opportunity to intervene in the Middle East, where the oil resources are a feast of wealth.
Not only that, we can also take this opportunity to wipe out the local wizard forces.
Let those countries controlled by wizards see the consequences of being our enemies."
As Secretary of Defense, Johnson was the first to express his agreement.
He loved war so much.
"It's long overdue. It's time to send those rats back to their sewers."
"As for those rioters." Thompson showed a cruel smile on his face.
"Kill. Kill until no one dares to resist."
The atmosphere in the conference room suddenly became tense, and the congressmen exchanged glances with each other.
This newly elected president is too murderous.
However, in this turbulent era, there is nothing wrong with such iron-fisted measures.
Gonzalez moved his lips, but ultimately he chose to remain silent.
Thompson's ruthlessness and wisdom were beyond his expectations.
Now the wizard is in trouble.
The meeting continued, but the discussion turned to specific implementation details.
It took Thompson just one meeting to establish his voice in the U.S. Congress.
All congressmen are deeply wary of the newly elected president.
Leah returned to her residence worriedly.
She reported the content of the meeting and her personal evaluation of Thompson to Hermione.
Hermione looked at the information sent by Leah and Gonzalez and fell into deep thought.
Finally she murmured, "This Thompson will be a tiger in Shadow's path."
