Honduras presidential candidate alleges election has been 'stolen'

December 9, 2025

Nine days after Honduras's presidential election, the electoral council has yet to declare a winner amid accusations of vote manipulation and foreign interference. Conservative candidate Nasry "Tito" Asfura, endorsed by US President Donald Trump, currently holds a slim lead with approximately 40. 53% of votes counted, while centrist Salvador Nasralla trails narrowly at 39.

Who is affected

Salvador Nasralla (centrist candidate, currently in second place)
Nasry "Tito" Asfura (conservative candidate, currently leading)
Rixi Moncada (left-wing candidate in third place)
US President Donald Trump
The National Electoral Council (CNE) of Honduras
Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández
Honduran authorities
Supporters of Moncada's Libre party
Honduran voters and citizens

What action is being taken

The National Electoral Council is reviewing thousands of voting records with inconsistencies
Honduran authorities have issued an international arrest warrant for Juan Orlando Hernández
Supporters of the Libre party are taking to the streets in protest
The CNE is continuing the vote counting process

Why it matters

This election is significant because it demonstrates foreign interference in a sovereign nation's democratic process, with a US president openly endorsing a candidate and threatening consequences based on electoral outcomes. The delayed counting, allegations of fraud from multiple candidates, and controversy surrounding Trump's pardon of a convicted drug trafficker threatens Honduras's political stability and democratic legitimacy. The outcome will determine Honduras's relationship with the United States, including potential aid and cooperation on drug trafficking issues.

What's next

The CNE has until 30 December to declare a winner under Honduran law.

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