From Admiral MacArthur and Rear Admiral Halsey, President Roosevelt understood the gap between the military strength of China and the United States, whether it was the army, navy, or air force, whether it was weaponry or equipment, or the quality of officers and men, the United States was completely crushed by the Chinese Empire. It is precisely for this reason that the U.S. military was completely suppressed and defeated by www.biquge.info the Chinese Empire on the battlefield.

Despite this situation, Admiral MacArthur felt very urgent and anxious. However, he knew that it was almost impossible to solve this problem in a short period of time. Whether it is the training of troops or the development and mass production of weapons and equipment, it will take a lot of time. In the words of several high-ranking military officials, it will take at least one to two years for the U.S. military to complete the transformation and be able to compete with the Chinese military. Although, at that time, the gap between the two sides still exists. However, at that time, the United States would not be like it is now, and it would not be able to fight back at all. It's not like now, being beaten so badly.

At the meeting, President Roosevelt ordered the army and navy to rearm as much as possible, improve the combat effectiveness of the troops, and prepare for a future counterattack against the Chinese Empire. Despite the fact that the current situation was very unfavorable for them, President Roosevelt was determined not to give in and compromise with the Chinese Empire.

After the meeting, President Roosevelt's secretary reported to him, and Vice President John Nance Ghana, Secretary of the Treasury Henry Morgenthau Jr., Attorney General Robert H. Jackson, and Secretary of Commerce Jesse Holman Jones asked to see him. When President Roosevelt learned the news, the expression on his face couldn't help but become solemn.

Because, in the cabinet, these guys are actually the spokesmen of the major conglomerates. This war, although it has made the major consortia make a war windfall. However, because of the continuous failure of the US military, these consortia have also worried about the future of the United States. Half a month ago, someone suggested to Roosevelt that while the United States had not yet lost all its capital, it should find a way to negotiate peace with the Chinese Empire. Even if it costs something, end this war. In case the war is continued, it ends up being lost. Wouldn't the United States pay an even greater price? These consortia may not even be able to guarantee their own wealth. You know, what the Chinese are best at is to harvest the wealth of the defeated country. Once defeated, these consortia will inevitably become the targets of the Chinese. When the time comes, they will not even want to keep their wealth. It is for this reason that these consortia want to get the United States and the Chinese Empire to negotiate in order to reduce the losses.

In the United States, the influence of consortia is very large. Even if you want to become president of the United States, you need the support of these foundations. President Roosevelt's second term was coming to an end. But he hopes to seek a third term, which is undoubtedly unique in the history of the United States. Even the founding president, Washington, was only the president of the United States for two terms. Of course, Roosevelt did this because he believed that only he could lead the United States to win this war, and only then could the United States use this war to become the future hegemon. None of the others have that ability. However, if he wants to win a third term, the support of these foundations will be indispensable. This is also what gave President Roosevelt a headache.

"Let them go to the reception room, and I'll be right there." President Roosevelt said. Blind evasion is obviously not possible, and there must be a break between him and those conglomerates in the United States.

"Yes, Your Excellency." The secretary nodded and left immediately.

"Wait a minute, let Mr. Hopkins go with me." President Roosevelt continued.

"Yes, Your Excellency." The secretary nodded. Hopkins has stepped down as Secretary of Commerce and is now an adviser to President Roosevelt, becoming President Roosevelt's rare and important aide in domestic and foreign affairs, and also becoming his confidant.

A few minutes later, Hopkins arrived, but his expression was a little solemn. Apparently, he already knew what those guys were coming for.

When the door to the reception room was pushed open and Roosevelt's wheelchair was pushed in, the conversation inside came to an abrupt halt.

"Your Excellency." Several high-ranking officials of the US government stood up one after another to greet Roosevelt. Now, President Roosevelt's influence in the United States is undoubtedly great. Even though the United States suffered heavy losses in the early stages of the war, President Roosevelt successfully led the United States out of the economic crisis, which made him have high prestige and unparalleled influence in the United States. Even the consortium behind those guys didn't want to tear up their faces with President Roosevelt. Therefore, they tried to make Roosevelt compromise and back down in a peaceful way. In that case, it's good for everyone.

"Ladies and gentlemen, please be seated." President Roosevelt had a smile on his face, as if he didn't know what these guys were all about.

"Your Excellency, it is very worrying that we have learned of the disastrous defeat of the army on the battlefield in Australia. Worry about the rest of the battle. So, we hope to be able to change the situation in some other ways. Vice President John Nance Ghana said.

"Your Excellency the Vice President, the present defeat is only temporary. We already know why it failed. Now, we are actively looking for countermeasures to defeat the Chinese in the future. President Roosevelt said firmly.

Vice President John Nance Ghana was stunned. Obviously, President Roosevelt's attitude towards the question of war was still very firm. This made them feel that it was very difficult for you to convince President Roosevelt to compromise.

"Your Excellency, it is clear that the current war is not good for the United States. Although, you have a lot of confidence that the United States will defeat the Chinese in the future. However, no one can be very sure of what has not happened. For the sake of the United States, we believe that it is time to end this war and negotiate with the Chinese Empire to avoid greater losses for the United States. Treasury Secretary Henry Morgenthau Jr. said.

"Gentlemen, I don't think peace talks with the Chinese are a good idea. On the one hand, the Chinese are now at the advantage, and they will not necessarily accept peace talks. Even if they accept peace talks, their conditions will be harsh beyond our acceptance. On the other hand, our army is actively preparing to counterattack the Chinese. If we make peace with the Chinese, this will inevitably hurt the morale of the military. In this case, it will be more difficult for us to defeat the Chinese. President Roosevelt said patiently.

He was very envious of the emperor of China, who had the power to make a statement, and as long as it was something he decided, no one could object to it. Unlike Roosevelt, even if he was the president of the United States. However, there are too many constraints on him at home. The major conglomerates and their spokesmen were able to dictate his policies, which made Roosevelt very angry and at the same time felt a deep helplessness.

The political system of the United States, although it is very good. But in many cases, it is also the reason why the United States has paid a heavy price. Because of internal prevarication and various delays, the powerful power of the United States cannot be concentrated. This led to their defeat in the early stages of the war.

"Your Excellency, the Chinese are indeed greedy. But America is not a lamb to the slaughter right now. This war though they have gained the upper hand. But if it continues, it won't do them any good. On the contrary, after the end of the war, they were able to reap greater benefits. The Chinese are not fools, they should know this. Commerce Secretary Jesse Holman Jones also said.

"Guys, you all seem to be underestimating the ambitions of the Chinese. The ambition of the Chinese is to withstand the hegemony of the whole world and control the whole world. They don't give up on that goal because of our compromises. For this war, to be precise, to achieve their goals in this war, the Chinese have been preparing for a very long time. This was evident in the early days of the war. Since the Chinese have prepared this war with all their hearts, it is impossible to end the war if they do not achieve their goal. Hopkins said.

"Perhaps. However, we always have to try to find out. Perhaps, the Chinese will accept our goodwill? Vice President John Nance Ghana said.

"Well, gentlemen, how much profit are you prepared to give to satisfy the appetites of the Chinese?" President Roosevelt asked.

"We just need to keep the Americas and ensure the interests of the United States in the Americas, and that is enough. As for the rest of the world, let the Chinese fight with the Germans, the Russians, the British, the French and even the Italians. We have the Americas, and it is enough for the country to maintain a high rate of development. Henry Morgenthau Jr. said.

Even before the outbreak of the war, isolationism prevailed in the United States. They believe that the United States is in the New World, and the war in the Old World has nothing to do with them. They just need to find a way to grow the economy and make more money. This is mainly because in the last world war, the United States suffered heavy casualties and paid a huge price, but it was not able to gain any benefits, which made the American ruling class very dissatisfied. If it weren't for the Chinese Empire's sneak attack on the Hawaiian Islands, perhaps the United States would not have participated in the world war so quickly.

At that time, he was beaten by the Chinese in the war, which caused the United States heavy losses. This makes these American conglomerates have other ideas. (To be continued.) )