El Salvador plans 600 mass trials for suspected gang members
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El Salvador Considers Extending Gang Detention
Above: Inmates in their cell at a counter-terrorism prison in Tecoluca, El Salvador, on Aug. 21, 2023. Image copyright: Marvin Recinos/Getty Images
The Spin
Left narrative
Nayib Bukele's regime is clearly authoritarian, marked by excessive force, militarization and protest criminalization — violating basic human rights. Tens of thousands of arbitrary arrests and 400 deaths in custody highlight systemic abuse. Collaborating with President Donald Trump to detain alleged gang members without due process further undermines human rights.
Right narrative
Bukele's policies, backed by 85% of Salvadorans, have virtually ended homicide in the country by locking up every gang member. Already loved by his own citizens, his model is inspiring other countries, like Costa Rica, which is building similar facilities to combat rising violence. Bukele's no-tolerance approach delivers peace, proving that only criminals oppose him.