Nayib Bukele has denied allegations of torture against Kilmar Abrego Garcia during his detention in El Salvador. Bukele claimed Abrego Garcia was not mistreated, presenting photos and videos as evidence of his well-being. Conversely, Abrego Garcia's lawyers reported severe beatings, sleep deprivation, and malnutrition during confinement at Cecot. They mentioned that detainees were kept in overcrowded cells with harsh conditions. The legal and political context includes a $6 million deal between the US and El Salvador for the imprisonment of gang members, raising concerns over detention practices.
Nayib Bukele stated that Kilmar Abrego Garcia was not tortured while detained in El Salvador, claiming his appearance contradicted allegations of abuse, as he looked well in photos.
Abrego Garcia's lawyers contend that he faced severe beatings, sleep deprivation, malnutrition, and other forms of torture in Cecot, El Salvador's notorious prison.
Detainees at Cecot reported confinement in overcrowded cells without mattresses and minimal sanitation, with bright lights on 24/7 impacting their well-being.
Bukele's administration has struck a financial deal with the US, allowing El Salvador to imprison gang members in exchange for $6 million, highlighting controversial detention practices.
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