📅 May 1, 2026 (Friday)
Fed statement day. Trump likely Truth Social attack on Powell. Be cautious opening new longs before Fed. Close all day trades by 11:00 AM PST (Friday protocol). Watch for crypto reserve breadcrumb on weekend.
📅 May 2–3 (Weekend)
Expect Truth Social barrage: Iran war update, tariff escalation threats, crypto boasts, Powell attacks. Weekend posts often move Monday pre-market. Watch overnight futures Sunday night for gap direction.
📅 May 4 (Monday)
Strategic Bitcoin Reserve announcement window opens. White House teased "coming weeks" on Apr 25 = May 4–15 highest probability window. Watch for 7 AM ET White House press release. COIN/MSTR/IBIT gap-up risk.
📅 May 5–7 (Midweek)
Iran binary outcome: diplomatic resolution (oil back to $80, energy sector -8%) OR military escalation (oil $130+, energy sector +15%). Position sizing must reflect this binary risk. No all-in on energy without protective hedge.