Arrest of Human Rights Activist in El Salvador

Leading human rights activist Ruth López has been arrested in El Salvador on charges of embezzlement, amidst a crackdown on dissent and growing ties between the government and the U.S. Her arrest has been denounced as politically motivated by her organization and family.

El Salvador offers to house American prisoners

The president of El Salvador offered to take convicted criminals from American prisons and house them in his country's mega-prison in exchange for a fee. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is considering the offer, which could potentially make America safer.

Bitcoin's Surge and El Salvador's Investment

Bitcoin surpasses $100,000, El Salvador's President Bukele celebrates success of cryptocurrency investment despite some skepticism. Bitcoin's value surged after Donald Trump's election victory and nomination of cryptocurrency advocate Paul Atkins. Bukele blames political opposition for Salvadorans missing out on gains.