Nayib Bukele first took workplace in 2019 as an unbiased, changing into El Salvador’s – and Latin America’s – youngest president. He made a reputation for himself by way of his alleged crackdown on gangs and savvy use of social media to market his efforts. 

Whereas consolidating energy and working in a state of emergency, Bukele oversaw the imprisonment of greater than 1 % of El Salvador’s inhabitants. The enhancements to security have been celebrated throughout El Salvador, and different Latin American leaders are paying attention to the strategy. However these developments are additionally elevating considerations that they arrive at a value to human rights and democracy. Regardless of voting irregularities and a controversial choice that allowed him to skirt a ban on instant reelection, Bukele continues to have widespread help. 

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Immediately’s present was produced by Elana Gordon and edited by Monica Campbell. It was blended by Sam Bair. Due to Carmen Valeria Escobar for added reporting. 

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