In a groundbreaking move, El Salvador’s President, Nayib Bukele, has extended an extraordinary offer to the United States to house dangerous criminals, including U.S. citizens and legal residents, in Salvadoran prisons. This offer was made during a productive meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who praised President Bukele’s commitment to fighting crime and ensuring safety across the Americas.
Secretary Rubio expressed his approval of President Bukele’s firm stance on addressing international crime, particularly focusing on violent gangs like MS-13 and Tren de Aragua. Bukele’s pledge to accept and incarcerate criminals from any country, including notorious gang members, is viewed as a crucial step in enhancing regional security.
In a statement, Rubio emphasized that this unprecedented gesture by President Bukele demonstrates a strong willingness to cooperate in the fight against transnational crime, promising to contribute to making the Americas a safer place for all.