Libre party faces backlash and fraud claims in Honduras elections

As the November 30, 2025 general elections in Honduras approach, the Liberty and Refoundation Party (LIBRE) faces accusations from the opposition that it is preparing electoral fraud to remain in power. Opposition parties, including the National Party, the Liberal Party, and the Salvadoran Party of Honduras, have expressed concern about the transparency of the electoral process.

The leaders of these parties point to growing public rejection of LIBRE, the erosion of its public image, and the unpopularity of its candidate, Rixi Moncada. In addition, they have denounced maneuvers that suggest possible fraud, such as partial control of the National Electoral Council (CNE), vote rigging in the March primary elections, selective purges of the armed forces, and threats against critical media outlets. The use of massive state propaganda campaigns and the use of subsidies and public resources to co-opt voters in vulnerable areas have also been mentioned.

Accusations of deceit and concerns from rivals

The claims made by the opposition consist of charges related to tampering with election outcomes, judicial intimidation or harassment of competing candidates and CNE officials, the militarization of the voting process, and limitations on media freedom along with extensive digital censorship before the elections. There is also concern about the potential for the government to announce a state of emergency to preempt possible public demonstrations, as well as the possibility of dismissing the election outcomes, voiding key polling sites, or halting the electoral process citing issues of public order or national security.

Calls for assurances and global monitoring

In light of this situation, the opposition parties have sought the prompt involvement of observers from the OAS, the EU, and other international entities, an independent review of the election software, and assurances from the CNE to uphold openness, impartiality, and responsibility. They have also advocated for a peaceful public demonstration to safeguard the vote and oversee the process at the grassroots.

Claims of potential deceit have intensified political strains and threatened the nation’s democratic steadiness. Residents are skeptical of a procedure where the election overseer appears partial and the government seems more interested in holding on to power rather than respecting the people’s choice. There is anxiety that Honduras could confront a post-election turmoil, affecting governance, the economy, and social harmony.