In a significant political shift, Nasry Asfura, a candidate backed by former U.S. President Donald Trump, has won the presidential election in Honduras. Official results released on December 1, 2025, confirmed that Asfura, representing the conservative National Party, received 40.27% of the votes. This marks a critical moment in Honduras’ evolving political landscape.
Election Overview
The presidential election took place on November 30, 2025. Asfura’s closest challenger, Salvador Nasralla of the Liberal Party, garnered 39.53%, illustrating a tightly contested race. The incumbent, President Xiomara Castro, representing the left-leaning Liberty and Re-foundation Party, finished a distant third with only 19.19% of the vote.
Vote Count Controversy
The election was marred by a sluggish vote count, raising concerns about the integrity of the electoral process. It took over three weeks for officials to finalize the results, leading to widespread accusations of fraud from Nasralla and his supporters. They alleged that external influences, particularly Trump’s endorsement, disrupted the election’s fairness.
- Asfura’s Victory: Nasry Asfura declared, “Honduras: I am prepared to govern,” on social media following the results.
- International Response: U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, congratulated Asfura, indicating a willingness to collaborate on regional issues.
- Claims of Electoral Interference: Nasralla accused Asfura and Trump of silencing the electorate’s vote, calling for every ballot to be counted.
Implications of the Election
Asfura’s victory signals a rightward shift in Latin American politics, a trend echoed by recent elections in neighboring countries, including Chile. Observers noted that the results reflect a rejection of progressive governance in Honduras, particularly following dissatisfaction with Castro’s administration, which had promised to address violence and corruption.
Reactions from Political Leaders
The Organization of American States (OAS) expressed concerns about the lagging vote count, indicating that they were closely monitoring the situation. While Castro acknowledged the electoral outcome, she also labeled Trump’s involvement as an “electoral coup,” highlighting the contentious atmosphere surrounding the election results.
As Honduras heads into this new political era, the stability and effectiveness of Asfura’s governance will be closely scrutinized by both domestic and international observers.
