Republican Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina issued an ultimatum to GOP gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson following allegations of a porn scandal, stating that he needs to take legal action if the reports are false or take accountability if they are true. Tillis emphasized that Robinson owes it to President Trump and the Republican Party to address the scandal accordingly. Robinson has denied his involvement in the scandal, calling it tabloid trash and asserting that the reported words are not characteristic of him. The Republican candidate has vowed to remain in the race and focus on substantive issues despite calls for him to drop out.
Robinson’s campaign has been contacted for comment by Fox News Digital, but there has been no response yet. In an interview with CNN, Robinson reiterated that the scandal is not representative of him or his character, dismissing the allegations as salacious tabloid lies. The report by CNN detailed Robinson’s alleged use of a pornography site named “Nude Africa,” where he engaged with other users in conversations about peeping on women in locker rooms, identifying himself as a “black NAZI,” and expressing an interest in transgender pornography. These interactions reportedly took place between 2008 and 2012, well before Robinson entered politics in 2019.
The allegations against Robinson come as North Carolina emerges as a pivotal battleground state in the lead-up to the 2024 election. The state played a crucial role in President Biden’s slim victory over Trump in 2020, with Trump narrowly carrying North Carolina by a little over a point. Recent polls for the 2024 presidential race indicate a close competition, with Trump holding a slight edge. The implications of the scandal on Robinson’s campaign and the Republican Party in North Carolina could have far-reaching consequences as the state remains heavily contested.
Senator Tillis’s remarks underscore the gravity of the situation surrounding Robinson’s alleged involvement in a porn scandal, urging the candidate to address the issue promptly and decisively. Robinson’s denial of the accusations and determination to stay in the race despite calls for him to withdraw indicate his commitment to the gubernatorial race in North Carolina. The controversy surrounding the allegations and the potential impact on the upcoming election reflect the heightened tension and scrutiny in the battleground state. As the 2024 campaign continues to unfold, the outcome of this scandal and Robinson’s response could shape the political landscape in North Carolina and beyond.
