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Matt Gaetz Plans to Replicate El Salvador's Gang Eradication Lockup Strategy as U.S. Attorney General

Nov 14, 2024, 11:28 PM

Matt Gaetz, recently announced as President-elect Donald Trump's pick for U.S. Attorney General, aims to implement a hardline lockup strategy in the United States similar to that of El Salvador. This approach, advocated by El Salvador President Nayib Bukele, has reportedly led to a significant reduction in gang activity and transformed the country from one of the most dangerous in the world to one of the safest. Gaetz has expressed admiration for the discipline observed in El Salvador's prisons during his visit earlier this year, highlighting a stark contrast to U.S. facilities. His intention to adopt this strategy reflects a broader push for tougher crime policies in the U.S.