VOICED : Salvadorenos exigen a Congreso que apruebe credito para seguridad publica

Around a thousand people protested in San Salvador, demanding Congress approve a $109 million loan for security forces. They expressed frustration with both right-wing and opposition lawmakers for not supporting President Nayib Bukele's government. The funds are intended for military and police equipment to combat gangs. Most protesters were supporters of Bukele's Nuevas Ideas party. They left black crosses at Congress, signaling that uncooperative lawmakers would not be reelected in 2021. Bukele faced criticism for deploying military and police to Congress on February 9 to push for the loan's approval.

What was the main reason for the protest in San Salvador?

• To support a new education policy

• To request the approval of a loan for security forces

• To demand better healthcare facilities

• To oppose a tax increase

Which political party's supporters were primarily involved in the protest?

• PCN

• Nuevas Ideas

• ARENA

• FMLN

What symbolic action did the protesters take at the Congress entrance?

• They left black crosses

• They lit candles

• They sang the national anthem

• They held a silent vigil

What was the warning given by the protesters regarding the 2021 legislative elections?

• New political parties would be formed

• The elections would be postponed

• Deputies not supporting the people would not be re-elected

• The elections would be boycotted

Why was President Bukele criticized in relation to the events on February 9?

• For not attending the protest

• For canceling the loan request

• For deploying military and police to Congress

• For increasing taxes