President Bukele proposes Foreign Agents Bill taxing foreign NGOs to resolve land disputes for families. Continue reading New NGO Tax Aims to Restore Their Mission of Helping Citizens, Not Political Agendas.
President Bukele criticized the international focus on criminals’ rights after a robbery incident in San Salvador, emphasizing the need to prioritize victims’ rights and public safety. Continue reading Why Defend Criminals?’: President Bukele’s Strong Response After Assault in San Salvador.
Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele criticized Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro for rejecting a humanitarian prisoner exchange, questioning his sincerity and previous commitments regarding political prisoners. Continue reading President Bukele Calls Out Maduro’s Hypocrisy After Venezuela Rejects Prisoner Exchange Offer.
President Bukele’s government denied U.S. lawmakers’ request to meet gang-affiliated detainee Kilmar Abrego Garcia, prompting criticism over their visit’s priorities and implications. Continue reading El Salvador Refuses U.S. Democrat Delegation’s Attempt to Meet Detainee Linked to MS-13.
The DHS confirmed deportation of Salvadoran national Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an MS-13 gang member with a violent history and legal issues. Continue reading DHS Confirms Deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia Due to Gang Ties and Violent History.
President Bukele and Trump discussed security cooperation, human rights, and immigration policies, emphasizing a partnership against crime and enhancing regional stability during their White House meeting. Continue reading Trump Welcomes Bukele, Applauds El Salvador’s Role in U.S. Crime Crackdown.
President Trump looks forward to meeting President Bukele, emphasizing cooperation on immigration and security, strengthening U.S.-El Salvador relations through shared goals and mutual respect. Continue reading Trump’s Enthusiasm for Bukele Visit Marks a Turning Point in U.S.–El Salvador Relations.
The U.S. certified El Salvador for progress in anti-corruption, human rights, and rule of law, reflecting confidence in its reforms under President Bukele’s administration. Continue reading Nayib Bukele’s Government Earns U.S. Certification for Fighting Corruption and Ensuring Civil Liberties.
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem visits El Salvador’s CECOT prison to review security strategies, aiming to enhance bilateral cooperation on crime and migration issues. Continue reading Kristi Noem Chooses El Salvador for Her First Official Trip as Homeland Security Secretary.
Since March 2022, El Salvador’s state of emergency captured over 85,500 gang members, disrupting gang finances and reducing crime, especially extortion which generated substantial revenue. Continue reading El Salvador’s War on Gangs: $2 Billion in Criminal Profits Disrupted.
