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Honduras is still waiting for the final presidential election count, over a week after the vote
Honduras is still waiting for the final presidential election count, over a week after the vote
The Future of Honduras A Presidential Election in Limbo
As the presidential election in Honduras enters its second week without a clear winner, uncertainty grips the nation. The slow pace of vote counting has sparked growing concerns from top candidates Nasry Asfura, Salvador Nasralla, and Rixi Moncada.
A Nation on Edge
With 88% of ballots counted, Nasry Asfura's National Party leads with 40.21% of the votes, followed closely by Salvador Nasralla's Liberal Party with 39.49%. Rixi Moncada, the ruling social democrat LIBRE party candidate, trails behind with 19.28%. The tight race has raised questions about the integrity of the election process.
Moncada Demands Annulment
Moncada has called for the annulment of the elections, citing interference and coercion from outside forces. This comes amid reports that U.S. President Donald Trump had endorsed Asfura just days before the vote. The timing sparked allegations of an electoral coup orchestrated by Trump's administration.
Technical Issues Hamper Count
The Honduran electoral authorities' website, set up to share vote tallies with the public, has crashed multiple times since going online. This has left many questioning the transparency and accuracy of the process. Election director Eduardo Fuentes assured the public that the count is being done correctly, citing technical issues with the Colombian company managing the site.
The Counting Process Explained
Fuentes explained that the vote-counting process occurs in stages. After voting concludes, all polling place tally sheets must be scanned and sent digitally to the council's central collection center. Preliminary results are then released on election night through the TREP website. However, this stage is only the beginning.
The Next Steps
Fuentes revealed that the council will address tally sheets that were scanned but couldn't be transmitted due to poor internet connections. These sheets must then be physically sent to the council for processing. This is where the count currently stands – at a snail's pace.
A Special Recount Looms
If the margin between Nasralla and Asfura narrows, a special recount will decide the election. Fuentes warned that this process could take up to seven to eight days, pending the number of tally sheets requiring correction.
International Observer Oversight Ensures Transparency
In the event of a special recount, the CNE will establish 150 Special Verification Boards, each comprised of representatives from various parties and international observers. Cameras will be present throughout the process to ensure transparency and fairness.
As the people of Honduras wait with bated breath for the final results, one thing is certain – the future of their country hangs in the balance. Will the election be resolved without controversy, or will the delay spark further unrest? Only time will tell.
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