El Salvador Proposes to Accept Dangerous US Criminals and Migrants

Fri Mar 14 2025 15:15:38 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)
El Salvador Proposes to Accept Dangerous US Criminals and Migrants

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele extends a controversial offer to take in US criminals and migrants, aiming to strengthen ties with the US.


In a bold move, El Salvador has offered to accept "dangerous criminals" from US jails, a proposition that has ignited discussions surrounding immigration policies and international relations.

El Salvador has made significant headlines after its President, Nayib Bukele, offered to house "dangerous criminals," including US citizens incarcerated in American prisons. During a recent visit by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the offer was framed as an unprecedented gesture of friendship between the two nations. Rubio announced America's gratitude for this unique proposal, emphasizing that no other country has previously made such an open offer.

Alongside accepting US criminals, Bukele stated that his country would also deport migrants of any nationality who are illegally residing in the US and have criminal records. This strategy aligns with the ongoing efforts of the US, particularly under President Trump's administration, to expedite the removal of unlawful migrants and reinforce border security.

During his diplomatic tour, Rubio praised President Bukele for his aggressive policies against gang violence, which have successfully reduced crime in the nation notorious for high murder rates. However, these actions have come under fire from various human rights organizations that claim they have led to state violence replacing gang activity, as evidenced by the arrests of approximately 75,000 individuals under emergency measures.

Bukele's administration, which gained traction on promises to combat crime and enhance relations with the US, indicated that his proposal extends beyond a previous agreement from 2019 concerning migrant acceptance. He called this opportunity a way for the US to "outsource part of its prison system," suggesting a fee in exchange for taking in convicted criminals.

While the move signals intention to strengthen US-El Salvador relations, it raises complex questions about human rights and the implications of sending criminals to a country still grappling with its own security challenges. The dialogue around Bukele’s plan continues, balancing national safety with international diplomacy.

As the US administration pushes for immigration policy changes and a focused approach on crime, El Salvador's offer may potentially reshape the landscape of how both countries address these vital issues.

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