DOJ Sues California, Tariff Deadline Looms, Brennan & Comey Investigated, Middle East Deal Talks

•DOJ vs. California The Trump administration sues California for violating Title IX by allowing biological males to compete in girls' sports, threatening billions in education funding. •Trade Deadline Approaches Treasury Secretary Scott Besant extends tariff deadline to August 1, warning countries to finalize deals or face steep hikes. Trump's using tariffs as leverage—and it's working. •Comey & Brennan Investigated The DOJ launches a criminal probe into former CIA Director John Brennan and FBI Director James Comey for misconduct during the Trump-Russia investigation. This could be huge. •Middle East Talks Advance U.S.-led negotiations with Israel, Qatar, and Egypt aim to free hostages and end fighting in Gaza. But Hamas still refuses to dismantle. Can peace be achieved without empowering terrorists?   Erick Erickson breaks down the four major stories you need to know before the day ends. From political power plays in Washington to breaking developments the mainstream media is ignoring, this rapid-fire update cuts through the noise. Get the podcast on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite app. Stay grounded, stay informed, and keep the faith.