Mirador Sur officially named after Joaquín Balaguer

The District City Council has officially designated the Mirador Sur area with the name of Joaquín Balaguer. This decision has sparked criticism regarding the legacy of the former leader.

Critics point to Balaguer's history of authoritarianism, noting his role in the Trujillo tyranny and his subsequent use of executive, legislative, and judicial powers to suppress political opposition. The controversy is further highlighted by the fact that a nearby Metro station is named after Amín Abel, a victim of the regime led by Balaguer.