President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador proposed to imprison U.S. convicts for a fee, garnering attention and mixed reactions. Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged the offer as generous but noted legal uncertainties regarding sending American citizens to foreign prisons. While Bukele's aggressive anti-gang tactics have garnered popularity, they have drawn criticism from human rights groups. Analysts doubt that the plan would be legally viable, particularly for U.S. citizens, yet they highlight its utility in projecting a unified, tough approach to crime across both governments.
The proposal has drawn attention to prisons Mr. Bukele has used to cripple gangs in El Salvador, symbols of his strength and popularity despite human rights concerns.
Analysts say it's unlikely the plan would hold up in court, especially regarding U.S. citizens, but it serves to project a tough stance on crime.
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