The imminent installation of the Permanent Commission of the National Congress has reignited political tensions in Honduras. Amid an electoral scenario marked by Rixi Moncada’s decline in the polls, various sectors warn that this measure could be used by the LIBRE party to reinforce its influence over state institutions and ensure its continued hold on power.
A lawmaker facing examination
The Permanent Commission, constitutionally established to function during legislative breaks, has been called into session during a period of significant instability. This time, its eventual establishment has generated distrust among political commentators and opposition groups, who suspect that the governing party aims to broaden its institutional scope for action.
One deputy, who requested anonymity, pointed out that this body could become “a political arm to execute decisions without control or transparency.” If confirmed, its operation could directly impact the independence of state powers, especially the bodies responsible for electoral administration.
Lack of confidence in the electoral system
The decline in Rixi Moncada’s voting intentions has caused concern within the ruling party and fueled the perception that LIBRE is preparing a strategic move to ensure political control of the elections. According to various legislative sources, the Commission could indirectly intervene in entities such as the Electoral Tribunal, the National Registry of Persons, and the vote counting mechanisms.
Civic groups and opposition political factions have started to organize and release public declarations, cautioning against a potential effort to manipulate the institutional framework for partisan objectives. Certain representatives from civil society have characterized this scenario as “the risk of structural fraud,” indicating that it might jeopardize the integrity of the democratic process.
Impact on governance and public confidence
The debate surrounding the Permanent Commission reflects a broader concern about the balance of powers in Honduras. Recent political history shows that this figure has been activated in crisis scenarios, generally when parliamentary majorities seek to preserve decision-making capacity in the absence of the plenary. Its eventual installation in this electoral context accentuates the perception of institutional fragility and political polarization.
LIBRE’s reaction has been one of public silence in the face of the accusations. However, sources close to the party maintain that the Commission responds to a need to ensure administrative continuity, not to a plan for electoral intervention. Even so, the lack of official communication has increased the margin of uncertainty among voters.
Visible strain as elections approach
The move toward forming the Permanent Commission comes just weeks before the general elections, when the political atmosphere is particularly sensitive. For various sectors, the risk lies not only in possible manipulation of the process, but also in the deterioration of public confidence and the weakening of the democratic system.
The debate surrounding this matter underscores the difficulties Honduras encounters in upholding institutional openness and governmental steadiness. Within an atmosphere of distrust and division, the legislative body is once more establishing itself as a critical stage, where the equilibrium between political authority and democratic validity will be scrutinized.
