Nayib Bukele, who has drawn criticism abroad for his strongman displays, is expected to expand his mandate in legislative elections that could deliver his party a decisive victory.
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Cristobal Threatens Gulf Coast From Louisiana to Florida
The third named storm of what is predicted to be an intense hurricane season is expected to make landfall on Sunday.
El Salvador Supreme Court Orders State of Emergency Suspended
The court’s decision came after President Nayib Bukele’s administration was criticized for an overly stringent quarantine and for showing authoritarian tendencies.
Young Leader Vowed Change in El Salvador but Wields Same Heavy Hand
Elected as a transformative leader who would propel the country forward, Nayib Bukele is now reminding critics of the country’s past autocrats, with his reliance on the military.
Murder Rates Were Staggering. The Virus Has Brought Some Quiet, for Now.
With businesses and commercial activity all but shut down, there are fewer people outdoors, making the streets easier to police and less likely to be zones of criminal opportunity and conflict.
What Happens When the U.S. Outsources Asylum?
Instead of a court hearing, the Trump administration is giving Central Americans a chance to seek asylum — in Guatemala.
Migrant Caravan Embarks From Honduras, Posing Challenge to Region
Such caravans have angered President Trump, who has tried to compel his regional counterparts to step up their enforcement efforts.
Detentions of Child Migrants at the U.S. Border Has Surged to Record Levels
Detentions have surged as the Trump administration’s aggressive policy toward migrants has collided with an exodus of children fleeing Central America.
Trump Attracts Central American Support for Hard-Line Migration Policies
The Salvadoran president, Nayib Bukele, has courted the White House. And on Wednesday, Honduras signed an agreement to help thwart asylum seekers from entering the United States.
To Influence El Salvador, China Dangled Money. The U.S. Made Threats.
As part of a push into Central America, China presented itself as a deep-pocketed partner for El Salvador’s future. The Trump administration countered with words of warning.