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President Donald Trump welcomed El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele to the White House today, cementing a powerful partnership focused on securing borders and cracking down on violent crime. The two leaders praised their shared efforts to deport dangerous gang members and illegal immigrants from the United States to El Salvador’s maximum-security prisons.
Bukele’s tough policies have transformed El Salvador from one of the world’s most dangerous countries to a model of security. His government has jailed over 84,000 gang members, slashing murder rates and illegal immigration to the U.S. Trump called Bukele’s leadership “fantastic,” highlighting how El Salvador’s actions protect American communities and taxpayers.
The U.S. has deported more than 200 Venezuelan migrants accused of gang ties to El Salvador’s notorious CECOT prison. Trump administration officials say these individuals—linked to groups like MS-13 and Tren de Aragua—are among the “worst people on Earth.” Bukele’s willingness to imprison them saves American resources and keeps criminals off U.S. streets.
Critics claim the deportation process lacks transparency and due process, but Trump dismissed these concerns. “I don’t see happening,” he said, stressing that Bukele’s results speak for themselves. The administration has used an 18th-century law, the Alien Enemies Act, to fast-track removals, with the Supreme Court recently upholding this approach.
A controversial case involves Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man wrongly deported to El Salvador. While courts ordered his return, the Justice Department argues it cannot interfere with El Salvador’s sovereignty. Conservatives applaud this stance, framing it as a defense of national authority over activist judges.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio hailed the Trump-Bukele alliance as a blueprint for regional security. Over the weekend, 10 more alleged gang members were sent to CECOT, underscoring ongoing cooperation. Rubio emphasized that El Salvador’s actions prevent violent criminals from “infiltrating” American neighborhoods.
Discussions also explored sending U.S. citizens convicted of heinous crimes to Salvadoran prisons. Trump called it a “commonsense” idea to alleviate overcrowded U.S. facilities, though legal hurdles remain. Conservatives argue outsourcing prison costs and management aligns with fiscal responsibility and public safety priorities.
Bukele’s visit marks a win for Trump’s America First agenda, proving that strong international partnerships can strengthen domestic security. With border apprehensions down and violent criminals removed, both leaders frame their strategy as a necessary defense of law and order—even as liberal critics oppose their uncompromising methods.
