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Honduras Election Rocked by Accusations of US Interference as Centrist Candidate Blames Trump for Potential Loss

TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras – The Honduran presidential election is facing new controversy as centrist candidate Salvador Nasralla accuses former U.S. President Donald Trump of interfering in the democratic process. Nasralla, 72, alleges that Trump’s recent endorsement of his conservative rival, Nasry Asfura, and his labeling of Nasralla as a “borderline communist,” may have swayed voters and jeopardized his chances of winning.

“It hurt me because I was winning by a much larger margin,” Nasralla told Reuters, citing Trump’s remarks as a potential factor in shifting public opinion.

Trump has taken a vocal interest in the Honduran election, alleging without evidence that the vote was fraudulent after initial, incomplete results showed a tight race between Nasralla and Asfura. The former U.S. president threatened consequences, warning that there would be “hell to pay” if the results were tampered with. He had previously threatened to cut off aid to Honduras if Asfura didn’t win. His announcement of a pardon for former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez further fueled controversy.

As of Thursday evening, with 87% of ballots counted, authorities reported that 17% of the ballots contained “inconsistencies” and are currently under review. Final results are expected by December 30th. Polls indicate a narrow lead for Asfura at 40.27% against Nasralla’s 39.38%, but experts suggest the outcome remains uncertain.

Nasralla has also voiced concerns about irregularities during primary voting and potential vote tampering, making several claims on X, formerly Twitter.

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