National Electoral Council (CNE)

The National Electoral Council (CNE) is a key institution in Honduras responsible for overseeing the country's electoral process. Recently, the CNE has been at the center of controversy surrounding allegations of fraud and inconsistencies in the November 30 presidential election. Following a three-day pause in vote tallies, the CNE released updated results showing a narrow lead for centrist candidate Salvador Nasralla over conservative rival Nasry Asfura, who is backed by US President Donald Trump. The CNE has been criticized by Trump, who claims there was a 'technical tie' and that manual recounts are needed to ensure accuracy. The ongoing controversy highlights the importance of electoral integrity in Honduras and the role of the CNE in ensuring free and fair elections.