Former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernández Faces Drug Trafficking Charges in U.S. Trial

Hernández denies allegations of conspiring with drug traffickers, as the trial garners significant attention in Honduras and abroad.

Juan Orlando Hernández, former president of Honduras, is on trial in New York, accused of taking bribes to protect drug traffickers.
Hernández denies any involvement with drug dealers, asserting his role as an ally in the U.S. drug war during his testimony.
The trial, not televised, is closely followed in Honduras through social media and news outlets, highlighting its significance as the 'Trial of the Century.'
Several drug cartel witnesses have testified against Hernández, claiming they paid him millions for protection, though the defense disputes the credibility of these testimonies.
The outcome of the trial could have profound implications for Hernández, who could face a life sentence if convicted, and for political trust in Honduras.