Recently, I had the opportunity to stand in a friend’s kitchen eating pupusas, the Salvadoran national food, while listening to an update on conditions in Central America from Cristosal’s Noah Bullock. Cristosal is a key Central American human rights organization engaged in legal advocacy, forensic investigation, and amplifying the voices of people who are experiencing — and resisting — repression...
The article raises concerns about the potential human rights violations committed by Bukele's government in its attempts to combat MS-13. This partnership with Trump has led to increased scrutiny of Bukele's methods, as well as criticism of Trump's immigration policies that have impacted migrants from Central America. The article highlights the complex relationship between the US and El Salvador, particularly regarding transnational gangs like MS-13, and the ongoing debate about immigration poli...