Counting of votes is underway across Honduras in a tightly contested presidential race that pits three leading contenders against each other: Rixi Moncada of LIBRE, Salvador Nasralla of the Liberal Party, and Nasry “Tito” Asfura of the National Party. Voters are also choosing a new Congress and hundreds of local positions.
In Tegucigalpa this evening, counting began with tallying at polling places nationwide as officials worked to verify ballots. The election has drawn international attention, including a public endorsement from U.S. President Donald Trump for one candidate and his pledge to pardon former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández should he be re-elected.
Voting hours were extended in some locations to accommodate high turnout, and preliminary results were expected Sunday night. Final results could take up to 30 days to certify, according to election authorities.
Security and jobs were among the top issues guiding voters as they weighed the candidates’ proposals and past records. The race’s tight margin has raised the prospect of a drawn-out process and potential shifts in leadership across the country.
Observers are watching for conduct at polling sites and any delays as the tally continues, with results anticipated to shape regional expectations and international responses.
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