El Salvador Plans High-Security Prison with Costa Rica, US Deportations Stirrings

U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated his intent to comply with a Supreme Court directive to repatriate Kilmer Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador. Meanwhile, El Salvador's government is actively requesting specific deportations of illegal migrants from the U.S., with officials claiming these individuals are identified based on their criminal backgrounds, particularly gang affiliations. Reports reveal that over 270 individuals linked to violent gangs have been deported to El Salvador, where authorities have established a system to ensure those deported are checked against gang records. Additionally, Trump has suggested the possibility of deporting U.S. citizens convicted of serious crimes to Salvadoran prisons, which have faced scrutiny over human rights issues. This proposal comes as part of broader discussions with Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele about enhancing cooperation on crime and security. Critics have raised concerns about the implications of such deportations, especially regarding the conditions in Salvadoran prisons.