Biden has a Houthi problem

Published January 4, 2024 7:07pm ET | Updated July 21, 2026 1:47pm ET



Entering 2024, President Joe Biden faces headwinds he never envisioned. Economic indicators remain robust. But the ill effects of nearly two years of inflationary pressures persist. Higher prices endure, especially for food, energy, and housing. The Russia-Ukraine war is entering its third year. Biden continues to get grief over his support for Israel from the far-left wing of the Democratic Party and the United Nations. His job approval rating hovers around 40%.

Now, Biden has a Houthi problem.

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