
Despite Protests, Guatemala’s President May Be Stronger than Ever
Amid popular anger and encroaching investigations, Alejandro Giammattei has worked to protect himself. He may succeed.

Why Cuba’s Díaz-Canel Is Still in Trouble
Protests may seem to have subsided. But the president’s outdated authoritarian tactics will create more instability.

How the US Could Really Help Haiti
Foreign involvement is inevitable, but the mistakes of the past can be avoided.

REACTION: Haiti’s President Jovenel Moïse Assassinated
Experts weigh in on what this means for Haiti’s future.

What’s Behind China’s Growing Push into Central America?
Growing tensions with Washington, and the post-COVID landscape, seem to provide an open door for Beijing.

Nicaragua: Crónica de una muerte anunciada
Ortega ha ido desmantelando la democracia por más de una década. El es alentado por la impunidad.

Nicaragua: Chronicle of a Death Foretold
Ortega has been dismantling democracy for more than a decade. He is emboldened by impunity.

The Case for an International Anti-Corruption Court
In Central America’s Northern Triangle, Biden’s best intentions aren’t enough to stop corruption.

Haiti’s Critical Weeks Ahead
Some see an opening for change as a three-year crisis hits a boiling point.

AQ Podcast: Argentina’s Fight Over Closed Schools
A top economist on the high-stakes debate over in-person classes, plus an update on Argentina’s economy.

REACTION: What Bukele’s Power Grab Means for El Salvador
Members of civil society react to Congress’ firing of the attorney general and Supreme Court justices.

AQ Podcast: Cuba’s Post-Castro Chapter
The regime’s historic transition comes just as economic frustration and political dissent threaten to boil over.

El sistema de justicia guatemalteco en la cuerda floja
La independencia judicial está bajo asedio, escribe la Magistrada Gloria Porras.

Guatemala’s Justice System Is at a Breaking Point
Campaigns against judges like herself imperil Guatemala’s democracy, writes Gloria Porras.

Meet the Candidates: Honduras
Criminal investigations and fears of fraud loom over this year’s presidential election.