Democratic Congresswoman from Pennsylvania and member of the House Armed Services and Intelligence Committee, Chrissy Houlihan, recently addressed the issue of whether the Biden administration should redesignate the Houthis as a foreign terrorist organization. This comes after the Biden administration removed the group from the list in order to facilitate aid into Yemen early in its tenure.
Congresswoman Houlihan highlighted the alarming aggressiveness exhibited by the Houthis, not just towards the United States but also in disrupting trade in the Red Sea. The Houthis have been responsible for attacking civilian ships that carry goods crucial to global trade. The region accounts for 12 to 15 percent of the world's goods, affecting economies worldwide. The Congresswoman believes it is appropriate for the U.S., alongside its allies, to respond to this aggression.
