Juan Antonio Durán

Juan Antonio Durán is a Salvadoran judge known for his outspoken criticism of the government, particularly regarding the actions of President Nayib Bukele. Recently, he has been in the news for his comments on the arrest of five public transport entrepreneurs, which he described as an attempt to instill fear and distract from serious issues surrounding Bukele's administration, including allegations of drug trafficking and negotiations with gangs. Durán argues that the government's decision to make public transport free is a populist strategy that fails to address pressing infrastructure problems and reflects a broader pattern of improvised governance. His remarks highlight his commitment to judicial independence and transparency in El Salvador's political landscape.