Wild Tales of Power and Democracy

TL;DR

Vladimir Putin transitioned from presidency to prime minister in Russia, returning to the presidency later and potentially serving until 2036 due to constitutional changes.
Nayib Bukele engaged in a public dispute with businessman Javier Simán over alleged embezzlement and tax evasion, coinciding with the COVID-19 pandemic.
The digital newspaper El Faro in El Salvador faced accusations of tax evasion after reporting on a government pact with the MS-13 gang.
Independent media outlets in Nicaragua, such as El Nuevo Diario and La Prensa, were shut down or co-opted by the Ortega-Murillo regime, leading to a complete absence of printed newspapers by 2024.
In Costa Rica, potential political scenarios involving President Rodrigo Chaves Robles and Laura Fernández are discussed, with concerns about authoritarian tendencies and the influence of international events.
The article suggests a common route for "Chavismo" involves seeking re-election, using intelligence agencies against opponents, and capturing media outlets.

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