Damián Merlo
Damián Merlo is a Republican lobbyist known for his controversial involvement in political circles in Latin America, particularly as an associate of leaders such as Nayib Bukele of El Salvador and Javier Milei of Argentina. He gained notoriety for his role in a disinformation campaign against Panama, specifically regarding alleged Chinese influence over the Panama Canal, and has been linked to the Martinelli family in Panama during investigations related to corruption. His recent meeting with Panama's ambassador to the United States, José Miguel Alemán, has drawn scrutiny due to his history of publishing articles that align with U.S. political narratives against Panama.
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Damian Merlo defended President Bukele's stance on the deportation of MS-13 members.
Ο Ρούμπιο υποσχέθηκε να παραδώσει πληροφοριοδότες των ΗΠΑ για να εξασφαλίσει τη συμφωνία Τραμπ–Μπουκέλε
Greece· 2025-10-20
Damian Merlo, an adviser to Bukele, reinforced the position that the constitutional change reflects the will of the Salvadoran people.
US sides with El Salvador on eliminating presidential term limits, prompting democracy debate
United States· 2025-08-06
Key among these efforts is the Argentinian American Damian Merlo of the Miami-based Latin America advisory group.
Latin American leaders spend millions to influence Trump’s White House | Americas
United Kingdom· 2025-05-16
Damián Merlo is a lobbyist who has been involved in spreading narratives about Chinese control of the Canal.
Sabrina Sin Censura: Durmiendo con el enemigo
Panama· 2025-03-14
He is a lobbyist who has been involved in a disinformation campaign against Panama.
El embajador en Washington recibe a Damián Merlo, un lobista detractor de PanamáPanama· 2025-03-13
