🧵President Trump hosts El Salvador's Bukele at White House today, April 14, 2025. Focus: strengthening ties, security, and migration policies. Here's what went down. #TrumpBukele #ElSalvador 
🔐 Bukele and Trump discussed expanding use of El Salvador’s CECOT mega-prison for US deportees, including alleged gang members like MS-13 and Tren de Aragua. Trump urged building more facilities. #Deportation #Security
Kilmar Abrego Garcia case raised: Maryland man wrongly deported to El Salvador. Bukele said he won’t return him, calling it “preposterous.” Trump admin claims it’s El Salvador’s call. #Immigration
🤝 Both leaders praised their alliance. Trump called Bukele a “great friend”; Bukele offered to help with US “crime problem.” El Salvador to continue accepting deportees for a fee. #USAlliance
💸Economic angle: El Salvador gets paid to hold deportees, boosting its economy. Trump hinted at exploring sending US criminals abroad, but legal hurdles remain. #Economy #Justice
Trump reiterated tough border stance, blaming past admin for “open borders.” Bukele backed US efforts, saying border control is “remarkable.” #BorderSecurity
₿ Bitcoin buzz: No firm agreements, but both pro-crypto leaders may have discussed digital assets. El Salvador holds 6,100+ BTC; US eyes crypto reserve. #Bitcoin #Crypto
Outcome: Closer US-El Salvador partnership on crime and migration. Bukele’s role as key Trump ally in Latin America solidified.
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