SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador -- El Salvador's Congress approves indefinite presidential reelection and extends presidential terms to 6 years.

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador (AP) — El Salvador’s Legislative Assembly pushed through a constitutional reform overnight eliminating presidential term limits, fueling concerns Friday that it paves the way for President Nayib Bukele to indefinitely stay in power.

President Nayib Bukele has cracked down on gangs and civil rights, jailing tens of thousands of people. The National Assembly also extended the presidential term to six years.