Politics
El Salvador's Bukele cuts nearly a third of Congress ahead of presidential elections
The reform seeks to cut the size of Congress from 84 lawmakers to 60 in order to reduce spending, but opposition members say the move is an attempt to consolidate power ahead of the upcoming elections and reduce smaller parties’ participation
Politics
El Salvador tried to influence U.S. election outcomes, says State Department
Representative Norma Torres, who recently was reelected in California, accused Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele of organizing “online attacks” against her
Business
Bukele reacts to Moody's warnings over El Salvador's bitcoin buying spree
The country's bitcoin buying spree increases its default risk
Human Rights
Human rights organizations denounce El Salvador's anti-gang crackdown as human rights violations
The measures have resulted in widespread violations of due process in the country, leading to “systematic” human rights abuses, according to human rights organizations
Crime
El Salvador police allegedly lie to meet daily gang arrest quotas
According to several sources, there are many times when authorities do not have proof that those arrested belong to a gang
Human Rights
El Salvador has arrested 2% of its adult population during its gang crackdown
The crackdown on gangs has led to overcrowded prisons, using the country’s military to patrol the streets and the arrest of many innocent individuals
Trending
El Salvador funeral home offering Barbie-themed coffins inspired by the hit movie
Alpha and Omega Funeral Home, located in the city of Ahuachapan is offering pink coffins with Barbie linings for those who want to continue being fans of the doll in the afterlife.
Politics
El Salvador reforms penal code, increases jail time for gang members
The reforms will also allow gang members who are minors over 12 to be sentenced as adults
Law Enforcement
US accuses El Salvador of negotiating truce with gang leaders
The U.S. imposed sanctions on two government officials who led the meetings