Former Honduras President Returns Home After Trump Pardon The announcement that former Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernández would return home after receiving a pardon from outgoing US President Donald Trump has sparked a mixture of emotions in Honduras and internationally.
Hernández had been convicted of drug trafficking and weapons charges in the United States, a verdict that severely damaged his reputation and influence within the country.
Background and Context Honduras' relationship with the United States is complex and has evolved over time. During Hernández's presidency, Honduras was considered one of the closest allies of the US in Central America.