North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson faced scrutiny over disturbing posts allegedly made on a pornography website's message board more than a decade ago, as reported by CNN. Robinson, a Republican and a key surrogate for former President Donald Trump, did not directly address the allegations during a recent gubernatorial campaign event. Despite the controversy, Trump did not mention Robinson during a speech in the state.
Robinson, who denied writing the posts, emphasized focusing on important issues during a public appearance at the Fayetteville Motor Speedway. He reiterated his commitment to improving the state and working towards a better future for North Carolina.
Trump's campaign appeared to distance itself from Robinson following the CNN report, emphasizing its focus on winning the White House. Robinson, known for making controversial remarks in the past, has been trailing in recent polls to Democratic nominee Josh Stein.
Despite the backlash, Robinson vowed to stay in the race. His opponent, Stein, criticized Robinson's qualifications and suitability for the governor's role, pledging to oppose his candidacy.
The race for governor in North Carolina is closely watched, with polls showing a tight contest between Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. Democrats have seized on Robinson's ties to Trump, using billboards and campaign ads to highlight their association.
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham weighed in on the allegations, stating that Robinson should have the opportunity to defend himself. Graham described the claims as concerning and emphasized the importance of a credible defense. He noted that if the allegations are true, Robinson would be unfit for office, but if proven false, he would have strong grounds for a libel lawsuit.
