Political and Government News
Nayib Bukele’s Approval Rating: The President Achieves a 92% Approval in the Latest Survey
Since taking office in 2019, President Nayib Bukele has maintained an approval rating above 75%, the highest sustained by any Salvadoran president during their Presidential term. Nayib Bukele’s popularity remains strong in 2026, driven by his distinctive leadership style, emphasis … Read more
Michelle Sol: Her Political Career and Role as El Salvador’s Minister of Housing
Michelle Sol has built her political career alongside the rise of President Nayib Bukele, moving from municipal government in Nuevo Cuscatlán to one of El Salvador’s most important cabinet positions. Before becoming Minister of Housing in 2019, Sol served as … Read more
El Salvador 2027 Elections: February 28 Voting Date, Key Races, and What to Know
El Salvador is preparing for a major political event on February 28, 2027, when millions of voters will have the opportunity to shape the country’s leadership at the national and municipal levels. The El Salvador 2027 elections elections will bring … Read more
Can ARENA and the FMLN Recover Political Ground in El Salvador?
For three decades, ARENA and the FMLN dominated Salvadoran politics. Today, both parties struggle to remain relevant after three consecutive electoral defeats that reshaped El Salvador’s political landscape. The turning point came in 2019, when Nayib Bukele won the presidency, … Read more
Salvadorans With TPS Retain Protection in the United States as DHS Weighs Next Step
For thousands of Salvadorans and their families in the United States, Temporary Protected Status is much more than an immigration program. TPS is and has been an important part of many families’ lives. For more than 20 years, TPS has … Read more
At Least Seven Political Parties Set to Compete in El Salvador’s 2027 Elections
At least seven political parties have confirmed plans to participate in El Salvador’s 2027 elections, when Salvadorans will choose a president, vice president, Legislative Assembly members, and municipal governments. The confirmed participation includes the country’s major political organizations, although not … Read more
Salvadorans Abroad Have Until November 29, 2027 to Update DUI for Upcoming Elections
Salvadorans residing outside the country have until November 29, 2026, to update the address on their Unique Identity Document, or DUI, to remain eligible for online voting in El Salvador’s 2027 elections, scheduled for February 28. The Supreme Electoral Tribunal, … Read more