The introduction of the black tax bill is tantamount to a knife hanging over their heads, constantly making them feel a huge threat.
Without the restrictions of the black tax bill, it would be like taking the knife away from their heads; moreover, not having to pay such enormous taxes to the IRS would naturally result in a significant increase in their family's earnings. That's the reason the three siblings came out tonight to support Phipps.
"Alright, since that's the case, it's up to you guys now!"
Phipps was also aware of the Camora Family's influence in the Los Angeles underworld. With the support of this family, it essentially meant garnering the support of all criminals in Los Angeles, which was very helpful to him.
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"Director Ducray, I don't want to tell your Long Beach Branch how to do its job, but with the Camora Family openly supporting Phipps like this, isn't the Long Beach District Bureau Branch going to make a move?"
