In response to the crisis surrounding Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson of North Carolina, whose campaign for governor is currently in disarray, Republicans around the country have responded incoherently.
Why this matters Robinson's party has been rocked by the shocking CNN revelation from last week, which revealed unpleasant remarks he allegedly made while actively participating in a discussion board on a porn website.
Despite Robinson's denial of the accusations, they have placed other Republican candidates for office in a difficult position: condemn Robinson and run the risk of offending some members of the party base, or remain nothing and maybe draw condemnation.
Why this matters Robinson's party has been rocked by the shocking CNN revelation from last week, which revealed unpleasant remarks he allegedly made while actively participating in a discussion board on a porn website.
Despite Robinson's denial of the accusations, they have placed other Republican candidates for office in a difficult position: condemn Robinson and run the risk of offending some members of the party base, or remain nothing and maybe draw condemnation.
The big picture: With several party leaders and candidates from lower positions coming out against him in recent days, their predicament has become evident. Others have agreed that the remarks are troubling, but they have not singled out Robinson for blame.
Republican strategist Doug Heye said, "I think I'm toast. I had a [Republican] Council of State candidate text me on Thursday." "That's what the stakes are."
Democrats, on the other hand, have struck, acting swiftly to associate Robinson with Trump and other Republicans.
Leading the news: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and The Tennessean reported that Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, who addressed Robinson at a fundraiser last month, and Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, who was scheduled to appear at a fundraiser for him, both withdrew their support this week.
Republican strategist Doug Heye said, "I think I'm toast. I had a [Republican] Council of State candidate text me on Thursday." "That's what the stakes are."
Democrats, on the other hand, have struck, acting swiftly to associate Robinson with Trump and other Republicans.
Leading the news: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and The Tennessean reported that Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, who addressed Robinson at a fundraiser last month, and Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, who was scheduled to appear at a fundraiser for him, both withdrew their support this week.
Meanwhile, Republican congressman Dan Bishop, a contender for attorney general, has made conflicting statements regarding Robinson. Democrats "rolled out a meticulously timed and coordinated character assassination," he said, blaming them for the controversy, according to the Washington Post.
"Any decisions about how to proceed in the Governor's race rest solely with Mark and are between him and the people of North Carolina," Bishop stated in a post on X Monday at the same time.
Others have remained neutral, decrying the purported remarks but not Robinson.
"Any decisions about how to proceed in the Governor's race rest solely with Mark and are between him and the people of North Carolina," Bishop stated in a post on X Monday at the same time.
Others have remained neutral, decrying the purported remarks but not Robinson.
According to U.S. Senator J.D. Vance, a vice presidential contender, the accusations "aren't necessarily reality" and what Robinson "said or didn't say is ultimately between him and the people of North Carolina." According to MSNBC, Vance declined to comment on whether he would still back Robinson.
US Senator Lindsey Graham on "Meet the Press" on NBC: "I think what's going to happen here is he deserves the chance to defend himself, Mark Robinson," Graham stated. "The charges are really disconcerting. He is unqualified to hold public office if they are accurate."
U.S. Senator Ted Budd of North Carolina has described the claims as "disturbing" and "concerning," but he also notes that Robinson has refuted them and needs to provide evidence to the contrary.
US Senator Lindsey Graham on "Meet the Press" on NBC: "I think what's going to happen here is he deserves the chance to defend himself, Mark Robinson," Graham stated. "The charges are really disconcerting. He is unqualified to hold public office if they are accurate."
U.S. Senator Ted Budd of North Carolina has described the claims as "disturbing" and "concerning," but he also notes that Robinson has refuted them and needs to provide evidence to the contrary.
Robinson must "provide evidence by Friday refuting the damaging information about his posts on a porn site— or the party needs to'move on' and focus on Trump and down-ticket races," according to U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis, the senior senator from North Carolina, who made this statement to CNN.
The Republican candidate for state treasurer, Brad Briner, stated on X that Robinson need to resign if he is unable to resolve the accusations "in the coming days." (Last week was the deadline to withdraw from the event.)
Laurie Buckhout, the Republican nominee for North Carolina's contested First Congressional District and a former president of the United States, has not spoken.
What we're watching: Ben Carson, the National Faith Chairman of the Trump campaign, and Republican Congresswoman Nancy Mace will be present at this weekend's NC Faith & Freedom's Salt & Light Conference, where Robinson is scheduled to speak.
The most recent development is that Robinson claimed in a statement on Tuesday that he has engaged a law firm to look into the origins of CNN's "false smears."
"I am confident that Binnall Law Group will leave no stone unturned and enable us to use every legal means to hold CNN accountable for their lies," Robinson stated.
The Republican candidate for state treasurer, Brad Briner, stated on X that Robinson need to resign if he is unable to resolve the accusations "in the coming days." (Last week was the deadline to withdraw from the event.)
Laurie Buckhout, the Republican nominee for North Carolina's contested First Congressional District and a former president of the United States, has not spoken.
What we're watching: Ben Carson, the National Faith Chairman of the Trump campaign, and Republican Congresswoman Nancy Mace will be present at this weekend's NC Faith & Freedom's Salt & Light Conference, where Robinson is scheduled to speak.
The most recent development is that Robinson claimed in a statement on Tuesday that he has engaged a law firm to look into the origins of CNN's "false smears."
"I am confident that Binnall Law Group will leave no stone unturned and enable us to use every legal means to hold CNN accountable for their lies," Robinson stated.
Reality check: According to CNN, it was confirmed that Robinson posted the recently discovered remarks under the pseudonym "minister" based on information from his profile and comments, which included information about his name, age, location, and marital status, among other characteristics that were consistent with his personal history.
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Politico also revealed on Monday that Robinson's purportedly stated remarks originated from an IP address near his residence at the time.
Between the lines: Following the resignation of eight campaign staffers over the weekend, including his chief adviser, Robinson's campaign has yet to announce the appointment of new staff members.
"He didn't start off with the A team, but now we're looking at the QRS team," said Heye.
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Politico also revealed on Monday that Robinson's purportedly stated remarks originated from an IP address near his residence at the time.
Between the lines: Following the resignation of eight campaign staffers over the weekend, including his chief adviser, Robinson's campaign has yet to announce the appointment of new staff members.
"He didn't start off with the A team, but now we're looking at the QRS team," said Heye.
Heye further mentioned, "He has no money."
In summary, Robinson's chances of winning appear to be deteriorating, and it appears that his fellow Republicans concur, as seen by their reluctance to align with him.
In summary, Robinson's chances of winning appear to be deteriorating, and it appears that his fellow Republicans concur, as seen by their reluctance to align with him.
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