Threats and Costs: US Navy's Challenges with Iran-backed Houthi Rebels in Yemen

The chapter elaborates on the threats posed by Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen as the US Navy grapples with intercepting advanced anti-ship ballistic missiles to safeguard lives in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. It sheds light on the substantial costs, exceeding billions, incurred for munitions in supporting actions in Yemen and Israel, questioning the prioritization of foreign interests over domestic needs. Additionally, it delves into controversial topics such as proposed anti-Semitism censorship, automatic military service registration, and critiques of political leadership's handling of US foreign policy.