René Escobar Álvarez
René Escobar Álvarez is a Salvadoran lawyer and notary who has been reappointed as the head of the Procuraduría General de la República (PGR) for another three-year term, from 2025 to 2028. With over 12 years of experience in the judicial training school of the National Judicial Council, Escobar has previously served in various capacities within the PGR, focusing on family law and the rights of vulnerable populations such as children and women. His re-election comes amidst a political landscape where the opposition raised concerns about due process for those detained under the current regime. During his first term, he significantly increased the number of services provided by the PGR, emphasizing the importance of legal support for low-income individuals and inter-institutional collaboration to promote a culture of peace.
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René Escobar Álvarez will continue to lead the Attorney General's Office for three more years after being re-elected.
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