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Nayib Bukele Re-elected in El Salvador with Overwhelming Support

Securing approximately 83% of the vote, Bukele's victory underscores public approval of his tough anti-gang policies, despite concerns over democratic integrity.

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele, left, accompanied by his wife Gabriela Rodriguez, waves to supporters from the balcony of the presidential palace in San Salvador, El Salvador, after polls closed on Sunday.
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El Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele greets supporters next to his wife Gabriela Rodriguez after the presidential and legislative elections in San Salvador on Feb. 4, 2024.

Overview

  • Nayib Bukele wins a landslide re-election as El Salvador's president, securing approximately 83% of the vote.
  • U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken congratulates Bukele, emphasizing the U.S.'s strong relationship with El Salvador and shared goals for the region.
  • Bukele's victory is seen as a referendum on his administration's tough stance on gangs, which has significantly reduced violence in the country.
  • Critics express concerns over Bukele's consolidation of power and potential erosion of democratic checks and balances.
  • The election's high voter turnout and Bukele's overwhelming victory reflect widespread public support for his policies despite international criticism.