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Here are today's top stories from the last 24 hours, covering politics, world affairs, technology, and more. The GOP Senate voted down a proposal to constrain presidential authority in military action against Iran. This preserves executive flexibility, but could raise defense spending and taxes. The outcome affects the scope of potential U.S. military commitments. National security and household budgets are at stake. Former White House official Alex Wong said Trump continues to hold strong interest in Kim Jong-un. This could lead to future diplomatic outreach, affecting nuclear proliferation risks and regional military spending. The outcome impacts household budgets and national security. The U.S. indicated that technical talks with Iran will continue in Switzerland. These discussions can influence sanctions policy and regional stability. Ongoing dialogue channels support monitoring of Iran's nuclear activities and regional proxy behavior. National security and household budgets are at stake. Oil prices continued falling as Middle East supply expectations increased. Lower oil prices reduce fuel costs for drivers and transport-dependent industries. Reduced import dependence strengthens U.S. energy security position. Household transportation costs are directly reduced. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that Iranian tolls on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz could expand to other waterways and trigger widespread disorder. Disruption in the Strait of Hormuz affects global oil supply routes and energy prices paid by American households. Higher transit costs would raise fuel and goods prices. That's the day from where we sit — thanks for spending part of it with us. Stay with us at AFBytes for what's next.