Former President Donald Trump has remained silent on a scandal involving Republican North Carolina gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson, despite previously endorsing him and likening him to Martin Luther King Jr. The scandal involves inflammatory remarks made by Robinson on a pornographic website between 2008 and 2012, including descriptions of himself as a “Black Nazi,” defense of slavery, and admiration for Hitler’s Mein Kampf.
Robinson has denied the allegations and has refused to drop out of the race, with the North Carolina Republican Party standing by him and accusing the Left of fabricating the claims. Other Republicans, including U.S. Senators Thom Tillis and Ted Budd, have expressed concerns about the potential impact of the scandal on Trump and GOP candidates in North Carolina.
Despite calls for Robinson to take accountability for his actions, Trump has not publicly commented on the issue. The former president is scheduled to hold a campaign rally in Wilmington, North Carolina, on Saturday, where Robinson is not expected to attend. Robinson’s campaign has blamed his Democratic opponent, Josh Stein, for the controversy, calling it lies and manipulation.
The scandal surrounding Robinson has raised questions about his suitability as a gubernatorial candidate and has drawn attention to the implications for Trump and the GOP in North Carolina. With the election nearing, the controversy surrounding Robinson’s past remarks continues to be a focal point in the race for governor.
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