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President Donald Trump has expressed support for El Salvador’s proposal to imprison illegal migrants, including U.S. citizens, in the country's high-security prison, CECOT. During a press conference on February 5, 2025, Trump stated, "If we had the legal right to do it, I would do it in a heartbeat," despite acknowledging potential legal conflicts within U.S. law, which prohibits sending citizens to foreign prisons, as per the U.S. Constitution.
El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele posed this offer during a meeting with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who mentioned the proposal would be reviewed, highlighting the complex legalities involved. Bukele, who has implemented a vigorous crime crackdown, termed the initiative a chance for the U.S. to "outsource part of its prison system," potentially reducing operational costs.
The CECOT, designed to hold 40,000 inmates, has drawn scrutiny from human rights advocates, while Bukele’s administration enjoys public support for its efforts to combat crime in a country previously plagued by violence. Rubio acknowledged the unprecedented nature of this offer but reiterated the need for thorough review of its implications.