Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump, expressed his belief that Trump's standing in North Carolina will not be negatively impacted by recent reports regarding Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson's controversial comments on an adult website forum. Graham made these remarks during an appearance on NBC's 'Meet the Press' on Sunday.
Graham emphasized that he does not think the situation involving Robinson will have any adverse effects on Trump's political prospects. He stated that individual Republicans should not be held accountable for Robinson's actions, and that Robinson himself should be the one to address and defend the allegations against him.
Regarding Robinson, Graham described the allegations as deeply troubling and suggested that if proven true, Robinson would be unfit for office. However, Graham urged Robinson to take a proactive approach in defending himself, stating that it is crucial for Robinson to address the accusations effectively to avoid jeopardizing his campaign.
Highlighting Trump's electoral victories in 2016 and 2020 despite gubernatorial losses, Graham expressed confidence that the situation surrounding Robinson would not harm Trump's political standing. However, he cautioned that Robinson must provide a credible defense to avoid being politically marginalized.
Furthermore, Graham advised Trump to adjust his approach when addressing Jewish voters, particularly in light of recent comments where Trump suggested that Jewish Americans would bear responsibility if he were to lose the election. Graham recommended that Trump focus on key issues such as crime, the economy, inflation, and border security to effectively appeal to voters across different demographics.
