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The foreign leader helping Trump defy the Supreme Court

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Apr 18, 2025
Vera Bergengruen, a national-security reporter at the Wall Street Journal, dives into the controversial leadership of Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele. She discusses Bukele's authoritarian crime policies and his strategies to reshape El Salvador's image in the U.S. The conversation highlights the troubling ties between Bukele and the Trump administration, especially regarding deportations and human rights implications. Bergengruen sheds light on how Bukele's extreme rhetoric resonates with a fearful public, raising important questions about democracy and ethics.
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Bukele's Authoritarian Rebranding

  • Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele rebrands El Salvador as safe and appealing to right-wing Americans.
  • He governs with a tough approach, boasting the highest incarceration rate worldwide to reduce crime effectively.
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High Approval Amid Harsh Policies

  • Bukele enjoys genuine popularity with over 90% approval despite harsh policies.
  • Many Salvadorans accept strict governance for security after horrific gang violence.
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Bukele's Deal With Trump

  • Bukele capitalizes politically and financially on cooperation with the U.S. to incarcerate deportees in El Salvador.
  • This unprecedented penal arrangement raises constitutional and legal uncertainties in the U.S.
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