U.S.-Iran Diplomacy: Trump says Washington is having “good talks” with Iran and could resume strikes if talks fail, as drones hit Iran’s neighbors and Tehran tests the pause. National Security & Energy: The debate over whether to strike Iran’s deeply buried Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site is back in focus, raising questions about what U.S. weapons can actually destroy. Capitol Politics: Funeral plans are set for Sen. Lindsey Graham, with services in Washington and South Carolina and livestream options. Courts & Voting: Appeals courts upheld blocks on Trump’s mail-in voting limits and a federal voter list order, keeping the fight alive in multiple states. Immigration Enforcement: A Mexican-born man faces federal charges for illegal reentry after a deadly crash that killed a 6-year-old, part of DOJ’s “Take Back America.” Public Health: West Nile virus cases are rising in California’s Central Valley, with new human infections reported in Tulare, Kings, and Fresno. Economy: Gallup reports U.S. economic confidence improved in July, though pessimism remains tied to energy prices and living costs. Health Care Costs: Senate HELP advanced a bill pushing hospitals and facilities to post clearer cash prices and patient cost-sharing. State Politics (Kansas): Guides and candidate lists spotlight the 2026 Kansas governor race and a crowded Democratic bid to challenge Sen. Roger Marshall.