El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele has agreed to accept American criminals currently housed in the United States, including those serving sentences in exchange for a fee. This agreement is seen as unprecedented and extraordinary.
Key Points
Agreement involves accepting U.S. deportations, including violent criminals
Offer made by El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele in exchange for a fee
Pros
Opportunity for the U.S. to outsource part of its prison system
Potential for El Salvador to generate revenue and make its prison system sustainable
Cons
Potential security risks associated with accepting American criminals
Concerns about the impact on El Salvador's own prison system and resources