Trump Becomes the Wild Card in Razor-Thin Honduras Election

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 5 min read 100% complete by Jack Nicas and Annie CorrealDecember 1, 2025 at 10:29 PM

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In Honduras's recent presidential election, right-wing candidate Nasry Asfura is in a close race with Salvador Nasralla, separated by a mere 500 votes. Just days before the election, former U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed Asfura, threatened to cut off U.S. aid if he lost, and announced he would pardon former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández. These actions appear to have influenced undecided voters, potentially boosting Asfura's chances. Hondurans, wary of conflict with the U.S., seemed to take Trump's endorsement into consideration. The election results remain uncertain as vote counting continues.

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Honduras ×240% United States 50% Juan Orlando Hernández ×260% Nasry Asfura ×470% Donald Trump ×680%

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