Trump backs conservative Asfura in Honduras' tight presidential race

Honduran presidential candidate Nasry Asfura, of the National Party (PN), addresses supporters during his closing campaign rally ahead of the November 30 general election, in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, November 22, 2025. REUTERS/Leonel Estrada

(Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump weighed in on Honduras' tightly contested presidential race on Wednesday, backing Nasry Asfura of the conservative National Party, saying he can work with Asfura to counter drug trafficking.

"I hope the people of Honduras vote for Freedom and Democracy, and elect Tito Asfura, President!" Trump said on Truth Social.