Honduras just elected a conservative heavyweight, Nasry Asfura, as its next president, with a nod from none other than Donald Trump himself, as Breitbart reports.
In a razor-thin victory, Asfura was declared the winner of the Nov. 30 presidential election by Honduras’ National Electoral Council (CNE) on Dec. 24, edging out Liberal Party candidate Salvador Nasralla by a mere 27,026 votes.
For hardworking Honduran taxpayers, this outcome could mean a shift away from socialist policies that have often ballooned public spending, potentially easing the financial burden of excessive government programs. Many fear, however, that the controversial delays in the vote count might invite legal challenges, risking costly recounts or lawsuits. From a conservative lens, every irregularity must be investigated—no exceptions, no excuses.
Leading up to the election, Asfura, a former Tegucigalpa mayor, gained a high-profile endorsement from Trump, who criticized Nasralla as leaning too far left and slammed third-place candidate Rixi Moncada for her admiration of Fidel Castro.
The election itself was a nail-biter, with Asfura securing 40.27% of the vote compared to Nasralla’s 39.53%. The tight margin triggered a special review of inconsistent vote records by the CNE.
But the process dragged on for three weeks due to what the CNE called “technical difficulties,” fueling frustration and sparking riots from supporters of the ruling socialist Libre party. Let’s be real—when results take this long, trust in the system takes a hit.
Outgoing President Xiomara Castro’s Libre party didn’t take the loss quietly, accusing Trump of meddling in the election and demanding the results be annulled. Their protests only added to the chaos of an already messy count.
Despite the uproar, the Organization of American States (OAS) weighed in, noting technical flaws in the process but affirming that the election’s integrity wasn’t compromised. That’s a small comfort, though—flaws are flaws, and conservatives know transparency isn’t negotiable.
Internationally, Asfura received a warm welcome, with congratulations pouring in from nations like Argentina, Bolivia, Canada, Israel, and the European Union, all eager to collaborate on trade and security. It’s a sign that Honduras might pivot toward stronger alliances under his watch.
Asfura, for his part, struck a unifying tone after the announcement. “Honduras, we now have the official declaration from the CNE. I recognize the great work done by the councilors and the entire team that carried out the elections,” he said, as reported by local outlets.
Yet, his words hardly soothed the opposition—Nasralla, licking his wounds, fired back with, “Today I am a victim of corruption,” per his public statement. Sorry, Salvador, but close races don’t equal fraud; they equal democracy doing its messy work.
With Asfura set to take office on Jan. 27, 2026, for a four-year term, replacing Castro, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Honduras stands at a crossroads—will it embrace conservative reforms or buckle under lingering socialist pushback?
The U.S., under Secretary of State Marco Rubio, signaled strong support for Asfura, hinting at a renewed focus on regional prosperity and security. That’s a welcome change from years of progressive agendas that often ignored practical border concerns.
Still, Castro’s camp remains defiant, with the outgoing president vowing to serve until her last day, while her party cries foul over foreign influence. Their complaints about Trump’s endorsement ring hollow—elections aren’t swayed by tweets, but by votes.
As Honduras braces for this transition, one thing is clear: Asfura’s leadership will be tested from day one. From economic recovery to quelling unrest, he’s got a full plate—and conservatives everywhere will be watching to ensure promises aren’t just campaign fluff.
