President Nayib Bukele's controversial proposal to swap 252 Venezuelan political prisoners for U.S.-held detainees in El Salvador has faced severe condemnation, particularly from the families of those involved. Relatives describe their loved ones as being treated like 'political merchandise' in a shocking political negotiation. The Committee for the Freedom of Political Prisoners in Venezuela voiced that while they support the release of prisoners, they oppose using their plight for propaganda, highlighting the inhumane conditions both groups face in detention. The backlash reflects a deep frustration over the perceived commodification of human lives in these negotiations.
I feel they are treating my brother like merchandise, like political merchandise, said Nelson Suarez, whose brother has been detained in El Salvador.
Why are you using human beings in a negotiation as if they were toys? asked Sebastian Garcia Casique, expressing outrage at Bukele's offer.
The Committee for the Freedom of Political Prisoners in Venezuela said they did not support the exploitation of the pain of victims for propaganda.
Bukele's controversial offer has drawn significant backlash, as families of political prisoners demand justice instead of being used as bargaining chips.
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