Hey folks, welcome to Episode 2: Electric Polkaloo of Adjust Accordionly, where I’m crankin’ the accordion for a polka-fueled recap of May 4 to 10, 2025’s wildest news and politics, plus a fresh original track! This week’s polka slams through headlines like Shiloh Hendrix’s gamer-word chart-topper, Trump’s Alcatraz prison pitch, and a “melanated diabetes in bronze” statue stirrin’ up X, all with a Cleveland-style bounce. Then, we rip into “My Wife’s Boyfriend Chad,” a synth-fueled ska-punk anthem roastin’ corner chair appreciators with some IROC-Z swagger. It’s a high-energy riot with a little polka pizzazz—Adjust Accordionly!

Polka Week in Review: May 4 to May 10, 2025

Polka week in review, May fourth to tenth’s wild news,

News Headlines Covered: May 4 to May 10, 2025

* Trump Posts AI-Generated Image as Pope (May 4, 2025)Trump shared an AI-generated image of himself as the pope on X, trolling the media and sparking fights, though some Catholics called it tasteless during post-Francis mourning, with Terrance K. Williams dubbing it “peak Trump” while critics fumed.

* Trump Proposes 100% Tariff on Foreign Movies (May 4, 2025)Trump suggested a 100% tariff on foreign films to boost American entertainment, slamming Bollywood and appealing to economic nationalists, with right-leaning fans seeing it as a push for MAGA-friendly Hollywood, though no policy is finalized.

* Trump Proposes Reopening Alcatraz as Prison (May 4, 2025)Trump pitched reopening Alcatraz to house “ruthless criminals,” hyped as a law-and-order move to lock up crooks, with supporters loving the symbolism, but California officials and tourists called it impractical.

* Marco Rubio’s Historic Dual Roles as Secretary of Everything (May 5, 2025)Marco Rubio, your “Marco Grande,” became Secretary of State and National Security Adviser, praised by Trump for tackling global issues like Ukraine and Gaza, with right-leaning audiences admiring his “America First” loyalty, though critics see it as overreach.

* Trump Plans Middle East Visit (May 5, 2025)Trump announced a Middle East trip to push trade and diplomacy, seen as a bold “America First” move with deal-making flair, with supporters expecting big wins, though specifics remain unclear.

* AOC Clashes with Border Czar Tom Homan (May 5, 2025)AOC sparred with Border Czar Tom Homan over mass deportation plans, with Homan crushing her “open-border” stance, and right-leaning fans cheered his defense of enforcement.

* Elon Musk Rails Against British Free Speech Crackdown (May 5, 2025)Elon Musk slammed UK online speech restrictions, fueling right-leaning outrage over “commie censorship,” with supporters on X hailing him as a free-speech champion taking wing.

* Bishops Arrive in Rome for Conclave (May 6, 2025)Catholic cardinals, including U.S. bishops, gathered in Rome for a conclave to elect a new pope, setting the stage for Pope Leo XIV’s swift selection, with right-leaning Catholics hoping for a conservative pontiff.

* Budget Talks in Congress (May 6, 2025)Trump’s team pushed a rescissions package to cut congressional spending, exciting fiscal conservatives, though some Republicans resisted, citing legal or electoral risks.

* India-Pakistan Saar Wars, Phone Scams Stalled (May 6, 2025)India-Pakistan tensions, your “Saar Wars,” sizzled with drone strikes and “poop flying,” but JD Vance called it “none of our business,” pleasing isolationists, while phone scams stalled, with X users joking Trump’s economy spooked fraudsters, and a ceasefire was later announced on May 11.

* Trump’s Pay-to-Leave Plan for Illegals (May 6, 2025)Trump proposed paying undocumented immigrants to self-deport, pitched as cost-effective to dodge mass roundups, with right-leaning voters liking the pragmatism, but hardliners calling it soft.

* Kamala Harris Glams Up at Met Gala (May 6, 2025)Kamala Harris’ Met Gala appearance, all dazzle and couture cackle, drew right-leaning scorn as an elite stunt amid economic struggles, with Charlie Kirk calling it a messy display of disconnect.

* P. Diddy Jury Selection Kicks Off (May 6, 2025)Jury selection began for Sean “P. Diddy” Combs’ sex trafficking trial, with right-leaning commentators framing it as exposing Hollywood’s corrupt underbelly, fueling “drain the swamp” narratives.

* Deep Fake Porn Crackdown Gains Steam (May 6, 2025)Efforts to ban deep fake pornography won right-leaning support as a stand for traditional values against AI sleaze, marking a rare moral win in tech policy.

* Inflation Flat, Consumer Spending Soars (May 6, 2025)Economic data showed stable inflation and surging consumer spending, hailed by right-leaning voters as proof of recovery, with X posts calling it “Biden’s mess, fixed.”

* Foreign Workers Down, Native Workers Up (May 6, 2025)Reports showed fewer foreign workers and more native-born Americans employed, aligning with “Hire American” policies, with right-leaning audiences cheering, despite industry gripes.

* China Bends Knee to Trump on Fentanyl (May 6, 2025)China signaled cooperation to curb fentanyl exports, a win for right-leaning voters blaming Beijing for the opioid crisis, though skeptics question China’s sincerity.

* Melanated Diabetes in Bronze Statue Sparks Outrage (May 6, 2025)A 12-foot bronze statue, dubbed “melanated diabetes in bronze,” drew right-leaning flak as “commie” waste, twelve feet of yawn, with X posts mocking it as “DEI gone wild.”

* Shiloh Hendrix’s Battle of Shiloh Rages On (May 6, 2025)Shiloh Hendrix, your “honorary gamer” for using “gamer words,” raked in donations during her “Battle of Shiloh” (likely a streaming controversy), beating “Karmelo’s haul,” with right-leaning X users praising her anti-commie stand.

* James Lindsay and Jordan Peterson Interview (May 6, 2025)James Lindsay and Jordan Peterson’s viral interview trashed progressive ideology, resonating with right-leaning fans fighting cultural shifts, with X clips going viral.

* Alexander Dickey Murders Student, Race Debate Ignites (May 6, 2025)Alexander Dickey’s murder of a 22-year-old student sparked X posts asking, “Race problem or problem race?,” with right-leaning commentators debating crime and media bias.

* Pope Leo XIV Elected, Right-Leaning Catholics Wary (May 7, 2025)American Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected Pope Leo XIV after a swift conclave, exciting U.S. conservatives for his historic role, though some right-leaning Catholics grew wary over his pro-immigration posts, with Laura Loomer noting his “lefty lean.”

* Real ID Enforcement Sparks Libertarian Fury (May 7, 2025)Real ID requirements began for federal facilities and flights, angering libertarians who see it as government overreach after decades of delays, with right-leaning voters split—some backing security, others crying “tyranny.”

* Republicans Balk at Defunding Planned Parenthood (May 7, 2025)Some AIPAC-aligned Republicans resisted defunding Planned Parenthood, citing political risks, with pro-life right-leaning voters calling it a betrayal.

* Trump Targets HUD and Section 8 for Elimination (May 7, 2025)Trump proposed scrapping HUD and Section 8, arguing they breed dependency, with fiscal conservatives cheering, but critics warning of housing crises.

* AI Bots Scam College Grants (May 7, 2025)AI bots enrolled in community colleges to scam federal grants, prompting right-leaning calls for education reform, seen as evidence of government waste.

* Trump Bans Gain-of-Function Research (May 8, 2025)Trump banned gain-of-function research, citing lab-leak risks, earning praise from right-leaning skeptics of Big Science, with supporters calling it a pandemic safeguard.

* ICE Arrests Newark Mayor (May 8, 2025)ICE arrested Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, likely for sanctuary city policies, thrilling right-leaning voters who see it as a crackdown on liberal defiance.

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My Wife’s Boyfriend Chad

My wife’s boyfriend Chad

Hey folks, welcome to the kickoff of Adjust Accordionly, where I’m wranglin’ my accordion to sling a polka recap of the week’s news and politics, topped with an original tune! Episode 1 dives into April 27 to May 3, 2025, with headlines like Trump’s Michigan rally and Tesla dealerships torched by leftoid goofballs, all wrapped in a punchy polka beat. Then, we shift gears with “Turn Back the Windrush,” a two-tone ska banger about scrapin’ by as a euro-poor. It’s a wild ride with bowling alley vibes—Adjust Accordionly!

Polka Week in Review: April 27 to May 3, 2025

Polka week in review, April twenty-seven to May third’s news,

Noem’s DHS bolts gates down fast, no 3rd worlder’s spree,

Week’s a blaze, news sets the stage, hear the polka swing,

Hey! Borders seal, judges reel, the week’s a wild ride,

Trump’s Michigan rally roars, 100 days, no globalist con,

Week’s a spark, lights up the dark, polka’s got that flair,

Hey! Rallies boom, elites face doom, the week’s a polka blast,

Week’s a fire, hearts climb higher, hear the polka’s cheer,

Hey! From borders shut to faith’s true gut, April twenty-seven to May third shines,

News Headlines Covered: April 27 to May 3, 2025

* DHS Locks Borders FastThe Department of Homeland Security implements stricter border controls, reducing unauthorized crossings. Enforcement efforts focus on enhancing public safety.

* ICE Nabs Fugitive from IndiaImmigration and Customs Enforcement arrests an Indian national wanted for crimes, facilitating deportation. The operation aims to remove criminal elements from communities.

* Election Order BlockedFederal judges block an executive order on election integrity, citing legal concerns. The ruling sparks debate over voting regulations.

* No New Pope, DEI Hire ConsideredThe Vatican delays selecting a new pope, with discussions around diversity-focused candidates. The process raises questions about traditional papal selection criteria.

* Trump Targets Law FirmsThe Trump administration imposes fines on law firms for alleged regulatory violations. Several firms file lawsuits in response, challenging the penalties.

* Push to Withdraw from WTOU.S. officials advocate for withdrawing from the World Trade Organization, citing trade policy concerns. The proposal faces opposition from global trade partners.

* Noem’s Anti-Christian Bias Task ForceGovernor Kristi Noem’s DHS task force launches to address perceived biases against Christian communities. The initiative seeks to protect religious freedoms.

* Trump’s Michigan RallyFormer President Trump holds a rally in Michigan, marking 100 days of his administration’s focus on trade and border policies. Thousands attend the event.

* NPR and PBS Funds ChoppedThe federal government cuts funding for NPR and PBS, citing concerns over editorial bias. Public media outlets face budget challenges as a result.

* Truck Drivers Must Speak EnglishA new federal regulation requires truck drivers to demonstrate English proficiency. The rule aims to improve road safety and communication.

* Shiloh HendrixShiloh Hendrix gains attention on X for comments challenging cultural narratives around race, sparking online debate. Her remarks draw significant engagement.

* Tesla Dealerships VandalizedMultiple Tesla dealerships face vandalism and arson, linked to protests against Elon Musk’s political affiliations. Authorities investigate the incidents.

* RFK Jr. Purges Public Health JobsRobert F. Kennedy Jr. oversees the elimination of over 20,000 public health positions, targeting pharmaceutical industry influence. The move prompts criticism from health advocates.

* Germany Closes BordersGermany tightens border controls following a security incident, restricting asylum entries. The policy shift reflects growing European migration concerns.

* WEF’s Klaus Schwab InvestigatedThe World Economic Forum investigates founder Klaus Schwab over allegations of misconduct. The inquiry could impact the organization’s leadership.

* Harvard’s Tax Break ChallengedThe IRS challenges Harvard University’s tax-exempt status, questioning its financial practices. The university vows to defend its nonprofit standing.

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Turn Back the Windrush

Foreigners out!