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Trump-Backed Asfura Leads Tight Honduran Presidential Race

12/2/2025

Summary

Story summary

Nasry Asfura, a conservative candidate, leads in the Honduran presidential race with about 41% of counted votes, ahead of Salvador Nasralla at about 39%.
Asfura is backed by U.S. President Donald Trump, who threatened to cut aid if Asfura loses and announced a pardon for Juan Orlando Hernández.
Rixi Moncada of the LIBRE party trails with about 20%, and officials urge calm as results are awaited.

History

Historical Context

In the 2017 Honduran elections, President Juan Orlando Hernández was re-elected amid allegations of fraud, leading to widespread protests. The U.S. government, under President Trump, recognized Hernández and provided $200 million in aid, reflecting ongoing U.S. influence in Honduran politics. This historical context of electoral manipulation continues to shape the current political landscape, with Nasry Asfura leading polls in the presidential race.

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Story summary

Nasry Asfura, a conservative candidate, leads in the Honduran presidential race with about 41% of counted votes, ahead of Salvador Nasralla at about 39%.
Asfura is backed by U.S. President Donald Trump, who threatened to cut aid if Asfura loses and announced a pardon for Juan Orlando Hernández.
Rixi Moncada of the LIBRE party trails with about 20%, and officials urge calm as results are awaited.

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