Political and Government News
Mauricio Funes Cartagena: From Salvadoran TV Journalist to President of El Salvador
Ex-President Mauricio Funes went from interviewing political leaders on Salvadoran television to becoming one himself. His 2009 victory ended two decades of conservative rule and brought the former guerrilla movement to the presidency. What makes Funes stand out among the … Read more
Salvador Sánchez Cerén: His Presidency, Political Achievements, Challenges, and Legacy
Ex-president Salvador Sánchez Cerén served as president of El Salvador from June 1, 2014, to June 1, 2019. Before becoming president, he worked as a teacher and, before that, as a guerrilla commander. His time as president was part of … Read more
How Salvadorans Can Vote in Elections, Whether Living at Home or Abroad
Salvadorans within the country can vote in elections at the designated polling place in the municipality where they reside. Salvadorans living abroad can vote remotely online and in person at selected locations, such as consulates and embassies. To vote in … Read more
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
Alfredo Cristiani: Former Salvadoran President Political Achievements and Controversial Legacy
Alfredo Cristiani served as president of El Salvador from 1989 to 1994, leading the country through the final years of its civil war and the beginning of a difficult transition toward peace. As a member of the conservative Nationalist Republican … 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