Hernández Returns Home After U.S. Pardon | Global News

Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández has returned home after being pardoned in the U.S., landing at Palmerola Airport to cheers from supporters and family—four years after his extradition for drug trafficking charges. Though cleared in America, he still faces corruption charges in Honduras tied to the Pandora II scandal, with his next court date set for August 3rd. Declaring his innocence and blaming the accusations on political retaliation, Hernández thanked his nation for its faith in him and called for unity amid looming legal battles. His return was made possible after a Honduran judge suspended his arrest warrant and international red alert, allowing him to come back voluntarily. He remains confident the truth will win out. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a48e03b0af37360c