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Trump&backed conservative Asfura takes narrow lead in Honduras presidential vote
Nasry Asfura, the conservative candidate endorsed by US President Donald Trump, has taken a slim lead in Honduras's presidential race, according to preliminary results. The campaign has been overshadowed by Trump's threats to cut financial aid to the Central American nation if his preferred candidate does not win.
Nasry Asfura, the conservative candidate endorsed by US President Donald Trump, has taken a slim lead in Honduras's presidential race, according to preliminary results. The campaign has been overshadowed by Trump's threats to cut financial aid to the Central American nation if his preferred candidate does not win.
