“El Salvador Mass Trials Under Bukele: Hundreds in One Dock, Lawyers Warn of Vague Evidence” — what this page in the network covers. El Salvador has begun mass trials for hundreds of people detained under President Nayib Bukele’s sweeping gang crackdown, with multiple defendants appearing in a single courtroom dock. Legal observers warn that the proceedings are marred by vague evidence and severe restrictions on defense rights. The trials stem from a state of emergency declared in March 2022, which has led to over 75,000 arrests.
Human rights groups say many detainees are innocent, caught up in broad sweeps based on appearance or neighborhood. Defense lawyers report having little time to review cases and limited access to clients, making fair trials nearly impossible. The government argues the crackdown has dramatically reduced gang violence and enjoys high public approval. For the complete material, the listing points back to the source inside the network.