Bukeley is legally permitted to run for re-election and appoint an interim to complete the remainder of his first term.
El Salvador**Nayib Bukele has been granted special permission to temporarily resign from his post in order to seek re-election in the country's upcoming elections on February 4, 2024. The move is in line with the Supreme Court's 2021 ruling and constitutional interpretation that Bukele can only seek re-election if he resigns from his office six months before the start of his next term, which begins on June 1, 2024.
Of particular concern to many Salvadorans is Bukele's safety, especially given his steadfast approach to fighting criminal gangs, making him a potential target for these illegal groups. To address these issues, the Legislative Assembly approved his **security details.
During this period, Claudia Juana RodrÃguez de Guevara was named as the first candidate. She will serve in a temporary** role until June 1, 2024. RodrÃguez de Guevara has had a long-standing professional relationship with Bukele, with whom he has held various positions throughout his career. Her most recent positions include serving as Private Secretary and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Bureau of Municipal Works.