North Carolina Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson is facing backlash after public records revealed that he did not vote to pass an emergency relief declaration as Hurricane Helene approached the state, leaving communities devastated and at least 160 people dead. Robinson, who has been at the center of recent scandals, has been calling on Governor Roy Cooper to do more in the aftermath of the storm.
Robinson’s opponents have criticized him for not taking proactive measures to prepare for the storm, with some accusing him of prioritizing politics over helping those in need. The Lieutenant Governor, who is currently running for Governor against Democratic nominee Josh Stein, has faced further controversy after a CNN investigation linked him to racist and sexually explicit comments on a pornography website.
Despite denying the allegations and hiring a law firm to investigate the matter, Robinson has seen a number of resignations from his staff and a lack of support from prominent Republicans. President Donald Trump, who previously endorsed Robinson, has kept quiet about his campaign in the wake of the scandal.
As the election in North Carolina heats up, Robinson’s actions during the hurricane and the controversy surrounding him have become key issues in the race. The public is closely watching how both Robinson and his opponents respond to the challenges facing the state.
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