North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, the GOP nominee for governor, is facing controversy following a CNN report alleging his involvement in adult website posts.
Despite the scandal, Robinson made a public appearance at Fayetteville Motor Speedway, where he hosted a meet-and-greet with supporters. Robinson emphasized that his campaign will focus on key issues, attempting to shift attention away from the allegations.
The event is part of his ongoing efforts to engage with voters as he continues his gubernatorial bid.
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The media's just trying to distract from the real issues that matter to North Carolinians—Mark Robinson's standing up for traditional values and that's why the left is going after him.
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Mark Robinson is expected to hold meet-and-greet at Fayetteville Motor Speedway amid scandal
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WTVD) -- North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson is expected to be at Fayetteville Motor Speedway Saturday night. He is hosting a meet-and-greet at the venue from 6 to 8 p.m., according to the venue's Facebook page.
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Mark Robinson, at Fayetteville Motor Speedway, makes first appearance since CNN report
The embattled GOP nominee for North Carolina governor told supporters at Motor Speedway that "we're going to focus on the issues."
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