Trump Backs Right-Wing Candidate Nasry Asfura in Honduras Election

US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday his endorsement of Nasry Asfura, the right-wing candidate in the upcoming presidential election in Honduras, stating that they could work together against "communist drug traffickers" in the region.

1. Details of Trump's Support and Statements

• Endorsed Candidate: Nasry Asfura (67), former mayor of the Honduran capital, referred to by his nickname "Tito Asfura."

• Trump's Statement: Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform that "the only true friend of freedom in Honduras is Tito Asfura."

• Joint Goal: Trump added, "Tito and I can work together to fight drug traffickers and provide the necessary aid to the people of Honduras."

• Linking to Venezuela: Trump linked the fate of Honduras to that of Venezuela, questioning: "Will Maduro and the terrorist drug smugglers be able to take over another country?" in reference to the leftist President Nicolás Maduro.

2. Candidate's Reaction and Political Situation in Honduras

• Asfura's Response: Asfura expressed gratitude for Trump's support, stating: "We stand firm in our defense of our democracy, freedom, and the values that make our country great."

• The Election: Asfura is in a tight race with a leftist lawyer and a right-wing TV host in the presidential election scheduled for Sunday.

• Context of Violence: Honduras is considered one of the most violent countries in Latin America, mainly due to gangs controlling the drug trade and organized crime.