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Trump's $1.5M Lobbying Push for El Salvador's Bukele

4/15/2025

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President Donald Trump’s meeting with El Salvador’s Nayib Bukele underscores a $1.5 million lobbying push aimed at transforming U.S. policy towards the nation. Despite facing criticism for human rights violations, Bukele has garnered backing from Trump’s allies, showcasing the powerful role of foreign lobbying in shaping American political landscapes.

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President Donald Trump’s meeting with El Salvador’s Nayib Bukele underscores a $1.5 million lobbying push aimed at transforming U.S. policy towards the nation. Despite facing criticism for human rights violations, Bukele has garnered backing from Trump’s allies, showcasing the powerful role of foreign lobbying in shaping American political landscapes.