If he’s so popular, why is the election so controversial?
Bukele is running despite a constitutional prohibition on presidential reelection. His critics fear the poor Central American country is barreling toward becoming a one-party state, following Nicaragua, Venezuela and Cuba.
Supporters have a far different vision: They see a leader whose iron-fisted policies defeated the country’s murderous gangs. Bukele is often compared to former U.S. president Donald Trump — another charismatic politician willing to disregard traditional democratic norms.
Here’s what to know about Sunday’s election.