| You are subscribed to Collected Releases for U.S. Department of State. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 05/02/2021 12:18 PM EDT Office of the Spokesperson The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele today by phone. Secretary Blinken expressed the U.S. government's grave concern over the Legislative Assembly's vote to remove all five magistrates of El Salvador's constitutional Chamber, noting that an independent judiciary is essential to democratic governance. He expressed equal concern regarding the removal of Attorney General Raul Melara, who is fighting corruption and impunity and is an effective partner of efforts to combat crime in both the United States and El Salvador. Secretary Blinken noted the commitment of the United States to improving conditions in El Salvador, including by reinforcing democratic institutions and the separation of powers, defending a free press and vibrant civil society, and supporting the private sector, which relies on the rule of law to grow a successful future for the Salvadoran people.
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