Recent Houthi missile and drone strikes on Saudi airports, including a deadly Riyadh attack in mid-October 2026, have prompted President Trump to state that U.S. officials are reviewing possible support for Saudi operations against the group. However, Trump has signaled restraint ahead of the November midterms, noting in public remarks that any firmer response would come afterward while emphasizing ongoing U.S.-Houthi communications and a 2025 ceasefire. U.S. assistance remains limited to intelligence sharing and refueling rather than direct strikes. Bipartisan congressional action, including the October 9 introduction of H.Con.Res.124 under the War Powers Resolution to restrict unauthorized involvement, reinforces barriers to rapid escalation. These factors underpin trader consensus that no invocation of war powers will occur by October 31.