Chapter 317 Jeff's Gaffe

"The representative of the Dumb Amazon Group has nothing to say. It seems that this charge has been confirmed!"

"Suspected of nearly 10 billion US dollars in tax evasion, Amazon will suffer a lot this time!"

"Mason was eventually found guilty of tax evasion, but I don't know if this is the only one or if there are other charges later."

By this time, people watching through the live broadcast can already confirm that the Duma Amazon Group's tax violation charges have definitely been established.

Court scene.

David had already obtained the second document at this time and said: "Your Honor, in addition to the charge of value-added tax reduction, there is another point that is criticized by the Amazon Group, and that is that for so many years, it has been They receive tax subsidies from the government, but how exactly do they do it? I want to explain it to you first..."

In the following time, David explained to the people present and watching the live broadcast how Amazon obtained tax subsidies, and finally said: "In the previous years, because states and regions needed to develop, they did provide tax subsidies to Amazon." Amazon has received a lot of subsidies, and Amazon has indeed received these subsidies legally and compliantly.”

"But after 17 years, states and regions have developed, so the requirements for tax subsidies have naturally increased. However, Duma Amazon can still receive tax subsidies every year. What is incredible is that today, their accounts have There is still a tax credit of 1.4 billion, but according to my detailed investigation during this period, in the past few years, they have actually received it in illegal ways. "

As soon as he finished speaking, the expressions of Lackluwa and others in the dock became a little darker.

Yes, of course they knew that the group had indeed violated regulations regarding tax subsidies, and since David dared to point it out in public, he must have evidence.

When they thought that the group would be charged with the second crime, they felt only deep despair in their hearts.

On the stage, after Nicola spent about ten minutes reading David's second investigation report, she turned to look at the defendant's dock and asked: "The defendant's representative, according to the documents, in Montgomery City, Las Vegas Vegas... In order to receive local tax subsidies, you inject funds from other areas into the local areas to achieve the target. According to tax laws and regulations, this has constituted tax fraud. You'd better explain. "

Having said that, there was no need to wait for requests from Kerua and others. Nicola waved directly to the staff to take down the document report and hand it into their hands.

After Lakluwa and others carefully checked it, the look of despair on their faces became more intense.

Just like the previous value-added tax reduction, they simply didn't understand how David was able to investigate so much confidential information about their group from so many regions in various states and cities in such a short period of time.

But they don't know whether they know it or not, but now that the investigation report is in front of them, they have no way to quibble, they have no choice but to admit defeat.

"Farke!"

In the auditorium, looking at the expressions of Lakluwa and others, Jeff knew that the charge of illegally receiving tax subsidies was probably confirmed, so he cursed with a livid face.

"Representative of the defendant, are you sure there are no objections to this investigation report from the Los Angeles Internal Revenue Service?"

Listening to Nicola's question, Lackluwa Wilbur and others looked at each other, but in the end they lowered their heads helplessly. The data was clear, and they really couldn't think of any reason to refute.

"In that case, regarding the two tax violations of Dumason's value-added tax reduction and tax subsidy, Director David, do you have anything to add?"

"Your Honor, in fact, although the value-added tax reduction and tax subsidies are serious, compared with the crime I am going to accuse Amazon Group of next, they are nothing more than child's play!"

David's words fell behind, and the scene instantly erupted into an uproar.

If you receive tax subsidies in violation of regulations, you will receive more than 1 billion. The value-added tax reduction is even more exaggerated, directly involving nearly 10 billion in tax funds. However, are these just childish?

So what crime will David accuse the Amazon Group of next?

"Oh, maika, besides these two charges, does Duma Mason have any other more serious charges?"

"The value-added tax reduction has already involved tens of billions of tax dollars, and if this is considered child's play, then if Director David wants to accuse Amazon of the crime, it will involve at least 20 billion, 30 billion, 40 billion or even more. Fund it!”

"I originally thought it was going to be over, but I didn't expect that the real drama seems to be starting now!"

At the same time, the people who were watching through the live broadcast were also furious.

Good guy, this accusation has been going on for a long time, and it is illegal to receive tax subsidies and illegal value-added tax reductions. Love is just an appetizer. The real meal is now being served?

For a moment, everyone held their breath and widened their eyes, fearing that they would miss every detail and word that followed.

The most nervous people at this time are naturally Laqueluwa in the dock and the senior executives of the Dumason Group in the auditorium.

At this moment, they were all staring at each other, racking their brains to guess what crime David would accuse them of next.

And which crime does their group have that is more serious than value-added tax reduction and illegal receipt of tax subsidies?

Under everyone's gaze, David slowly said: "The reason why the Amazon Group has been able to develop so quickly and become the world's largest e-commerce giant is that in addition to the high quality of their products and their low prices compared to other platforms, there is another very important reason, that is, this platform provides a 'free delivery' service. I believe everyone agrees with this, right?"

This made many people who were originally holding their breath nervously a little confused.

Didn't you say that Amazon had more serious crimes? Why are you bringing up Amazon's development now?

Before everyone could get too confused, David continued, "Of course, there is no such thing as a free lunch. There is still a threshold to get this service. The condition is that each person needs to pay a membership fee of 139 US dollars per year, and then you can enjoy this service."

"But then again, even if it requires a membership fee of 139 US dollars, it is still quite cost-effective. This is equivalent to free postage for all purchases on the platform for a whole year."

"Okay, I won't keep you in suspense. Next, I will talk about the key points. According to the accurate data we have obtained, Amazon's logistics costs reached 85 billion US dollars last year. Compared with the number of customers, Amazon lost at least 40 billion last year on the free delivery service. How can Amazon keep the cost as low as possible and deliver for free while making money? Have you ever thought about where this money comes from?"

After the words fell, Lacroix and others in the defendant's seat were struck by lightning, and everyone's eyes were as big as copper bells.

And in the audience, many senior executives of Amazon also showed such expressions.

For some reason, the logistics costs of their group were not disclosed according to the real figures, and now David actually knows the exact figures.

That's fine, the most terrible thing is that once they really investigate, as David said, how can their group keep the cost to the lowest and deliver for free, and still make money?

This is a secret that cannot be made public!

"Mr. Jeff, this topic cannot continue, otherwise our Mamason Group will be finished!"

In the audience, a senior executive of the Mamason Group was nervous, and he whispered to remind Jeff beside him.

In fact, there was no need for him to remind him, Jeff's hair stood up at this moment.

He didn't know how much inside information David knew about this matter, but he knew that the details of this matter must not be exposed, otherwise, the entire group might immediately be criticized by thousands of people.

While the senior executives of the Mamason Group racked their brains to find a solution, the audience also talked about this matter.

Some people say that the reason why Amazon lost so much money in logistics is that it has the money earned from other places, such as goods and merchants, so it has the money to subsidize it.

Some people also say that Amazon earned advertising fees from additional advertising, so it has the money to subsidize it.

In short, there are many different opinions, and not many people realize the key points.

"Director David, the logistics of our group has nothing to do with this case. I don't think there is any need to discuss it too much. Let's get back to the topic. Since you accuse us of value-added tax reduction and illegal receipt of tax subsidies, we have nothing to say, so let's sentence it as we should!"

La Kroy realized that it was not good, and he decided not to let the situation develop further, even if he directly took on these two charges.

After all, although the two charges of value-added tax reduction and illegal receipt of tax subsidies are serious, at most they will only be fined a little money, and the most serious is going to jail, which will not hurt the entire group.

But if we continue to investigate the amount of logistics, once the secret that their group has been hiding is really exposed, then their hundreds of millions of users will be in turmoil, right?

"Don't worry, Mr. Lacroix."

David glanced at him and continued, "Now let me reveal the mystery for everyone. Amazon apparently bears most of the losses in logistics, but as the saying goes, there is no free lunch in the world, and the wool has always come from the sheep. In fact, Amazon has implemented a series of clever plans to include transportation costs in the price of goods as a "hidden fee". I call it a hidden tax. In other words, in addition to the annual fee of US$139, consumers are still paying the fee for "free delivery", but you consumers don't know..."

"Okay, Chief David!"

A shout suddenly interrupted David's words, and everyone turned their heads to look. It turned out that the person who made this shout was none other than Jeff in the audience.

"What, why did Jeff suddenly lose control?"

"Just now, whether it was the crime of value-added tax reduction or illegal tax subsidies, Jeff didn't seem to lose his composure, but now he actually stood up and interrupted the trial. It seems that this matter must be very serious!"

"Wait... Director David just said that Mason implemented a clever plan to double the transportation into hidden costs. Is this true?"

"I know why Jeff is so anxious. Once this is confirmed, he is suspected of tax evasion and consumer fraud!"

Seeing Jeff lose his composure at the trial, the audience in the venue and who were watching the scene started to discuss it again.

"Bang, bang, bang!"

The scene suddenly became chaotic, and Nicola had to knock the gavel three times heavily, which made everyone shut up.

"Mr. Jeff, I think you should understand one thing. If you want to speak in court, you must obtain the judge's permission. Otherwise, you will be expelled from your position. Do you understand?"

"I understand, Your Honor, as the representative of our group said, since the Los Angeles Internal Revenue Service has sufficient evidence about value-added tax deductions and illegal receipt of tax subsidies, we will admit this crime for the time being and are willing to accept the punishment, but the logistics The incident has nothing to do with this, I request the end of this topic!”

Of course, Jeff is also a person who knows the importance of things. Let alone asking him to plead guilty to these two crimes at this moment, as long as he no longer pursues the logistics incident, he is willing to pay no matter how much blood is shed.

"Your Honor, the logistics incident involves serious tax evasion and is directly related to this case. It is also a point of prosecution by our Los Angeles Internal Revenue Service."

David also stood up.

"Mr. Jeff, you should have heard that this is an incident directly related to this case, and since the Los Angeles IRS wants to continue the prosecution, it should continue and be dismissed!"

"Your Honor, if we must continue, I request that we conduct a closed live broadcast, or we can reach an out-of-court settlement with the Los Angeles IRS. In short, we have to discuss it!"

Jeff could only settle for the next best thing, and his last sentence, "Everything has to be discussed," actually came close to telling David that as long as you agree, we dumb Amazons can be at your mercy!

However, the viewers who were watching at this time quit. They also wanted to know whether Amazon really charged them hidden fees. If the live broadcast was closed or an out-of-court settlement was reached, how would they know about it? this matter?

So at this moment, viewers on all major social platforms spoke out, calling on the Los Angeles Internal Revenue Service not to agree to Jeff’s request.

But fortunately, David's next words made them breathe a sigh of relief.

At the court hearing, David shook his head and said: "Mr. Jeff, you should have come to me to talk about this matter earlier, but now it is in court, and now the whole country is paying attention. Our IRS must uphold fairness and openness." Attitude, so sorry!”

"David..."

Jeff wanted to say something more, but at this time, two court bailiffs had walked straight towards him. In order to avoid being expelled, he finally had no choice but to swallow his words, clenched his fists and sat back with gritted teeth.