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At the beginning of the electoral period leading to the general elections of 2025, the Libertad y Refundación (LIBRE) party has implemented a strategy that has sparked inquiries within different political and social sectors in Honduras. Claims of premature manipulation and the release of polls lacking methodological backing have been recognized as essential elements of a plan intended to strengthen its party supporters and shape the electoral environment.Unsubstantiated allegations and pressure on the electoral bodyVarious sectors of the party, such as their presidential candidate Rixi Moncada, have alleged that there is a supposed plot to manipulate the election outcomes by…

A bit more than four months ahead of the general elections set for November 30, Honduras is experiencing an institutional turmoil characterized by power concentration, conflicts among state entities, and an increasing public mistrust environment. At the heart of this circumstance is Manuel “Mel” Zelaya Rosales, who is a past president and presently serves as the general coordinator for the Libertad y Refundación (LIBRE) party. He is regarded by multiple groups as the primary political strategist for the ruling party and a significant player in determining the pre-election context.Governance and institutional frameworkSince his return to political life after the 2009…

Slightly more than a year before the nationwide elections set for November 30, 2025, Honduras is facing a critical alert regarding the stability of its democratic framework. Experts in politics have highlighted indications of an "overt and blatant conspiracy" jeopardizing the operation of the National Electoral Council (CNE) and, as a consequence, the transparency of the electoral procedures underway.Claims of organizational interference within the electoral commissionAnalyst, businessman, and former congressman Olban Valladares has attributed the CNE's paralysis to deliberate maneuvers by internal and external actors seeking to destabilize the democratic process. According to his analysis, disputes among the electoral body's…

With less than five months to go before the general elections in Honduras, the participation of the Armed Forces (FF. AA.) in the electoral process continues to be a matter of debate. Their constitutional role is to guarantee the security, custody, and transport of electoral material, as well as the protection of polling stations, but this role is facing growing questions, fueled by recent rulings and a context of institutional mistrust.Formal declarations and official pledgesTop military leaders have openly restated their commitment to the principles of neutrality outlined in the constitution and their backing of democratic values. General Roosevelt Hernández,…

In the lead-up to the 2025 national elections, the incumbent Libertad y Refundación (LIBRE) party is under intense scrutiny from political, business, and societal stakeholders who charge it with advancing measures that jeopardize the fairness and credibility of the election process. The claims include hindrances to crucial institutions and efforts to gain governing influence over the electoral entity.Inquiries regarding LIBRE's involvement in the National Electoral CouncilOne key point of contention has been the halt in the contracting process for the Preliminary Election Results Transmission System (TREP), a crucial tool for ensuring transparency during the vote tallying. On July 7, demonstrators…

In the run-up to the Honduran elections, Rixi Moncada, presidential candidate for the Liberty and Refoundation Party (LIBRE), has been embroiled in a series of controversies related to the management of state resources and allegations of corruption. These accusations, which range from local court cases to lawsuits in international courts, add to a political landscape marked by polarization and public distrust of institutions.Accusations of mismanagement of social fundsOne primary accusation directed at Moncada concerns the utilization of resources designated for the Secretariat of Social Development (SEDESOL), particularly within the Copán region. Recent claims suggest that public funding has been directed…

Congressman Mauricio Rivera, who was previously part of the ruling Libertad y Refundación (LIBRE) party, has leveled an allegation that has sparked public discourse. He asserts that the party uses mystical practices, including witchcraft, Santería, and occultism, to uphold its political influence. These remarks emerge in a context of institutional friction, highlighted by the upcoming general elections and increasing distrust between political figures and the public.Public statement and details of the allegationsRivera expressed his views through the press and social media, claiming that LIBRE "has continuously turned to Santería, witchcraft, sorcery, and the occult to fulfill its objectives." The congressman…

With less than five months remaining until the general elections set for November 30, the political scene in Honduras is characterized by allegations against the party in power. Numerous political and social figures have criticized a range of activities linked to the Liberty and Refoundation Party (LIBRE), asserting that their goals include undermining the electoral process, weakening institutions, and seizing power in an authoritarian fashion.Accusations of political pressure and takeover of institutionsThe latest allegations suggest that actions by organized groups associated with the governing party, referred to as colectivos, have intensified their visibility in public areas and governmental institutions. As…