Honduras Votes in Tense Presidential Election Amid Trump’s Influence
Honduras is holding a closely watched presidential election marked by the influence of former President Donald Trump, who has endorsed conservative candidate Nasry Asfura. Early reports indicate that Asfura, along with fellow conservative Salvador Nasralla, are leading in the vote count following polls that opened under the looming threat of Trump potentially cutting U.S. aid if his preferred candidate does not win. The election atmosphere is charged with allegations of fraud and outside interference, with many voters expressing concerns about the integrity of the electoral process. Preliminary results show conservatives outperforming the governing party, raising questions about the future of the political landscape in Honduras.
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