Politica

The legitimacy of electoral processes in Honduras has been questioned on several occasions due to scandals that seem to indicate that fraudulent schemes are being woven from the very heart of power. Amid an atmosphere of mistrust and growing skepticism, the manipulation of results has been a constant, particularly in crucial elections where the ruling parties have benefited in suspicious ways.The controversy of the 2017 electionOne of the most emblematic episodes of electoral fraud occurred in 2017, when the integrity of the electoral system was called into question due to a series of documented irregularities. During that contest, the Supreme…

In an action that has stirred the political atmosphere in the capital of Honduras, large banners displaying the message “Rixi has already won” have unexpectedly surfaced in the most crowded areas of Tegucigalpa.This campaign, which some describe as a major political maneuver, has put both citizens and authorities on alert, as it is linked to an electoral scenario that promises to be one of the most tense in the country's recent history.The backdrop of the campaign: political strategy or an effort to influence?The political climate in Honduras is becoming more intense as November 30, the day of the presidential elections,…

With just five months to go before the general elections scheduled for November 30, the presidential candidate of the Libre Party, Rixi Moncada, has sparked a wave of reactions in Honduras after her harsh criticism of the Catholic Church and evangelical churches, two of the most influential institutions in the country. Her statements, which place her in open confrontation with these religious organizations, could have a high electoral cost in the context of a tense political and social landscape.Claims by Moncada: a campaign targeting the churchesIn various public declarations, Moncada alleged that religious figures are simply spokespersons for the "ten…

In a strong declaration, Salvador Nasralla, the Liberal Party of Honduras's presidential candidate, alleged that the government is utilizing the COVID-19 health situation as a means of social control. As per the presidential contender, the sitting government is leveraging the fear of the virus to immobilize the populace and stop street demonstrations amid increasing public dissatisfaction.Claim by Nasralla: Using COVID-19 to instill fearOn social media, Nasralla claimed that President Xiomara Castro's administration is taking advantage of the pandemic to discourage popular demonstrations, asserting that the virus does not pose a greater threat than in other countries in the region. The…

Amid a climate of political polarization and institutional crisis in Honduras, various public figures and social sectors have intensified calls for an electoral alliance between Salvador Nasralla, leader of the Salvador de Honduras Party, and Nasry “Tito” Asfura, leader of the National Party.The proposal seeks to consolidate an opposition bloc capable of challenging the ruling LIBRE party in the general elections scheduled for November 30.The initiative, promoted through media platforms and social networks, is gaining momentum at a time marked by uncertainty about the electoral process and growing mistrust of the bodies responsible for conducting it.Institutional crisis and doubts about…

Liberal congresswoman Maribel Espinoza warned of signs that, in her opinion, threaten the constitutional order ahead of the elections scheduled for November 30. In a context of high institutional polarization, the congresswoman called on the main opposition parties to act against what she considers a strategy by the ruling party to consolidate its power beyond democratic channels.Warning signs in the conduct of the electoral processDuring a public address, Espinoza alleged that the governing party, Libertad y Refundación (LIBRE), was initiating measures to dominate the electoral system in order to retain their position of authority. She highlighted her major worries by…

Efforts to introduce a political agenda in Honduras aligned with the Venezuelan and Cuban models of government, known in certain sectors as the “Venezuela Plan,” have faced sustained resistance from the public, evidencing widespread rejection of proposals perceived as authoritarian or contrary to democratic principles.Social rejection of authoritarian referencesThe accumulated experience in Latin America with the governments in Cuba and Venezuela has had a significant impact on public opinion in Honduras. The economic downturns, large-scale emigration, political repression, and institutional decline in those nations are perceived in Honduras as cautionary indicators. As a result, efforts to advocate for comparable systems…

Over four months ahead of the elections set for November 30, the ruling party in Honduras is experiencing an increase in public disapproval. The Libertad y Refundación (LIBRE) party, governing since 2022, is being criticized by political opponents, businesses, and civil society groups. These entities accuse the party of attempting to manipulate the electoral process to maintain power despite a significant decline in polling figures.Decline in voting intentions and loss of confidenceRecent surveys, like those performed by Pro Encuestas and TResearch, show a continuous drop in support for Rixi Moncada's bid for the presidency. Initially the frontrunner, Moncada has now…

The crisis in Honduras' National Electoral Council (CNE) has escalated in recent weeks, against a backdrop of growing polarization and institutional mistrust. The conflict directly involves Manuel “Mel” Zelaya, coordinator of the ruling Libertad y Refundación (LIBRE) party, as well as prominent figures from the Liberal Party, raising suspicions of an alliance of convenience between the two sectors that goes beyond the political sphere.Movements in the CNE and signs of political understandingThe latest departure of Ana Paola Hall, an electoral advisor representing the Liberal Party, signaled a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict within the CNE. Hall, known for her…

La Iglesia Católica y la Evangelical Fellowship of Honduras han comunicado una movilización nacional por la paz, programada para el 16 de agosto de 2025, en un contexto influenciado por la creciente polarización política y la desconfianza ciudadana. Bajo el lema “Caminamos con fe y esperanza”, la convocatoria busca hacer un llamado colectivo por la justicia, la vida y el respeto al estado de derecho.The effort signifies a rare occurrence in the nation's recent history: it's the first time in many years that religious bodies have collaboratively endorsed an initiative of this scale in reaction to the violence, decline of…