Something is going to happen, I’m not entirely sure what it is, but something is going to happen on May 8th and 9th as Russia pauses the conflict with Ukraine to celebrate one of their most treasured holidays, Victory Day.

My spidey senses are telling me, Ukraine and the EU are planning something very controversial to coincide with this national holiday in the Russian Federation.

Germany has done this before, but this time with President Trump pulling back from NATO, this year holds a different context.

GERMANY – Berlin police published an administrative order on 6 May restricting freedom of assembly and access to public spaces in the areas around three Soviet war memorials from 06:00 on 8 May until 22:00 on 9 May.

In the restricted zones of the Treptow-Köpenick, Mitte and Pankow districts, the wearing of military uniforms and insignia is prohibited, as is the display of the letters Z and V, St George’s ribbons, flags and items bearing Russian symbols, flags of the USSR, Belarus and the Chechen Republic, and portraits of their leaders, as well as depictions of Ukraine that exclude its occupied territories.

Russian military and marching songs – including all versions of Sacred War – are also banned, along with any actions that glorify Russia’s war against Ukraine.  The ban applies to everyone present in the restricted areas, regardless of whether they are participating in demonstrations or not. (more)

May 9, celebrated as Victory Day, is one of the most significant and heartfelt holidays in Russia, symbolizing resilience, unity, and remembrance. This day honors the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II, known in Russia as the Great Patriotic War. It is a time when the nation collectively reflects on its history, pays tribute to those who sacrificed their lives, and celebrates the enduring spirit of its people.

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It is with a thankful heart we share information about Jim and Joe Hoft’s recovery from serious medical illness. As he recovers from heart surgery Jim Hoft updates on The Gateway Pundit.  At the same time Joe Hoft, Jim’s twin brother, is recovering from a stroke that occurred the day before Jim’s heart surgery.

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Heavenly Father, we come before You with grateful hearts. We pray for the power of Your Holy Spirit to bring healing and restoration to the bodies of Jim and Joe Hoft. We beg Your divine touch to remain upon them, bringing them comfort, strength and healing to their physical and spiritual lives. Lord of mercy, we pray that You will grant them a peace in recovery that surpasses our understanding. May Your loving presence surround them, removing fear, anxiety or doubt.

We ask that You extend a powerful embrace upon Joe and Jim, as we accept that You are with them in every step of this healing process. Father who guides all that is known, it is You alone who controls very cell, tissue, and organ in their bodies. Through You miraculous healing and wholeness is possible. May Your power flow through them, restoring their health and vitality.

Holy Redeemer of all restoration, we acknowledge it is only by You, through You and with You they are healed. We ask Your hand to guide the medical professionals attending their afflictions; grant them insight and discernment in determining for the best course of care.

Lord of comfort, we also lift up the families and friends of Jim and Joe Hoft who are standing by their side; comfort them in moments of worry and uncertainty. During this time of difficulty draw them all closer to You, deepening their faith and trust in Your unfailing love. In Jesus Name we pray. ~ Amen.

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In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the Donald Trump Administration and Presidency.

This thread will refresh daily and appear above the Open Discussion Thread.

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Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL.

For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever and ever. Amen †

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Indiana Governor Mike Braun is celebrating along with President Trump after the intransigent republican state senate refused a redistricting push and an upswell of support for primary challengers has delivered a resounding victory.

In the seven target races it looks like six of the weak Republican state senators have been defeated with one race too close to call.

INDIANA – Indiana Republican voters decisively sided with President Donald Trump’s call for political vengeance against state senators who defied him and voted down congressional redistricting.

Results from Tuesday’s primaries showed at least five Republican senators defeating challengers endorsed by Trump, with another Trump-backed candidate winning an open seat primary. Only one of the eight senators opposed by pro-redistricting groups — Greg Goode of Terre Haute — was a certain winner.

Those incumbent senators defeated were Travis Holdman of Markle, Jim Buck of Kokomo, Linda Rogers of Granger, Dan Dernulc of Highland and Greg Walker of Columbus. All their challengers received 60% of the vote or more, according to preliminary tallies compiled by The Associated Press.

Sen. Spencer Deery of West Lafayette was leading by just three votes at 11 p.m. Tuesday. And Sen. Rick Niemeyer of Lowell was down 1,300 votes with 87% reporting.

Gov. Mike Braun, who joined Trump in endorsing their challengers, cheered the results.

“Historic night for Indiana as Republicans stood with me and President Trump to nominate some great America First conservatives,” said a Braun social media post. “I look forward to winning big in November and serving Hoosiers with this team in the statehouse!”

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In the Ohio Republican primary race for Governor, Vivek Ramaswamy has easily defeated Casey Putsch the anti-Trumper who burned his MAGA flag and took a position against the President.

Folks, as the data constantly confirms, social media is not real life.  The self-described MAGA republicans who now stand against President Trump are few in number.  In real life, the Make America Great Again movement is strong, smart and understands the motives of the Trojan Horse opposition.

OHIO – Vivek Ramaswamy coasted to the Republican nomination for Ohio governor on May 5, easily defeating primary rival Casey Putsch in a race that was called by NBC News and Decision Desk HQ not long after polls closed.

The 40-year-old biotech mogul, who ran for president in 2024, will face Democrat Amy Acton, a 60-year-old physician who ran unopposed, in November.

Ohio hasn’t elected a Democratic governor in roughly two decades, and Trump won it by 12 percentage points two years ago, but experts believe this could be a competitive contest given the current political environment. (read more)

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My opinion on our current FBI Director is the same as it was the day his nomination was announced.  The best, the most competent, the smartest, the most insightful and stable thinking people do not originate on a track from inside government work.  The most effective way to get the best outcome is to approach and enlist the smart ones from outside government to come and assist.  Patel was always an insider.

The FBI is an institution built upon corruption and fraud.  Unfortunately, neither President Trump, nor the American people, will ever get the vindication and accountability he/we deserve until Kash Patel is no longer the one in charge of delivering it. It’s just that painfully simple.  Trying to reform a corrupt system while maintaining the structures that enabled the corruption leads to endless discussions and ‘trust me bro’ delays.

In this interview FBI Director Kash Patel sits down with Sean Hannity to discuss current and prior events within the FBI.  Patel’s primary objective is the performance; the presentation of what he thinks will endear him to President Trump the most. This is not effectiveness; the outcome is the illusion of leadership.  The video is prompted. WATCH:

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Kash Patel is to the FBI as Pam Bondi was to the DOJ.

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I find it hilarious that Club for Growth ‘CONservative’ voices who pontificated through their x-ray specs for decades about the U.S. consignment as a “service driven economy” now mount their high horse in discussion of the opposite; about which they have zero knowledge.

President Donald Trump has seemingly unending patience for these air breathing pontificators who attempt to retain their status, while no one of any intellectual honesty pays attention to the Salem Media economic gibberish. That said, on the issue of Iran, Salem (GOPe) wants more intervention, and on the issue of Ukraine Salem wants the U.S. to assist Zelenskyy more. WATCH:

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Previously, Toyota Inc informed the Canadian trade delegation that if the USMCA (CUSMA) was dissolved, the most important auto manufacturing operation they have in the country would end.  Toyota was being respectful and brutally honest with the Canadians.

Last year, at almost the same time as Toyota made their position clear, Honda put a pause on the plan to build EVs in Ontario [2025 Notice] pending additional review.  Today, according to Nikkei, Honda has now completed that review and cancelled the plan.  Honda will not build EVs in Canada.

Asahi Kasei, the Japanese material supplier that makes battery separators, a core component used in lithium-ion batteries, will likely make a similar announcement soon.  The decision is in response to declining EV sales in combination with current U.S-Canada trade friction.  Without guaranteed access to the U.S. market, it makes no sense to invest in Canada.

Electrek – “Honda is shelving its massive C$15 billion ($11 billion) EV and battery manufacturing hub in Ontario, Canada, according to a new report from Nikkei. The move escalates what was initially framed as a temporary pause into what increasingly looks like an indefinite retreat.

[…] When Honda announced the Alliston, Ontario project in April 2024, it was billed as the company’s most ambitious EV commitment yet. The plan called for a new EV assembly plant capable of producing 240,000 vehicles per year, a 36 GWh battery factory, and cathode material processing facilities through joint ventures with POSCO Future M and Asahi Kasei. Production was targeted for 2028.

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Today Secretary of State Marco Rubio will deliver the White House press briefing from the Brady Room of the White House.  Secretary Rubio wears many hats and Press Secretary of Cinco de Mayo is apparently one of them.  The anticipated start time is 3:00pm ET, with Livestream Links Below.

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