About
Salvador Sánchez Cerén, also known as Leonel González, is a Salvadoran former politician, guerrilla commander, and school teacher. He served as the 80th president of El Salvador from 2014 to 2019. Sánchez Cerén was a leader in the Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front (FMLN) during the Salvadoran Civil War and later became the country's vice president. He is the first former rebel to become president of El Salvador.
Career Timeline
Joins FMLN Leadership
Becomes a key leader in the FMLN guerrilla movement during the Salvadoran Civil War.
Elected Vice President
Elected as Vice President of El Salvador, transitioning into formal politics.
Elected President of El Salvador
Wins the presidential election, becoming the first former rebel to hold the office.
Leaves Presidential Office
Steps down as president, marking the end of his term in office.
Faces Corruption Allegations
Invesitgations arise on alleged illicit enrichment during his presidential tenure.
Life in Retirement
Remains a figure of historical significance in El Salvador; net worth at $1M.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026