Mark Robinson, the Republican gubernatorial candidate in North Carolina and current lieutenant governor, is facing backlash after a CNN report revealed he made incendiary comments on a pornographic website over a decade ago, including referring to himself as a 'black Nazi.' Despite pressure from state Republicans and Trump campaign members to withdraw from the race, Robinson insists he will remain a candidate, labeling the allegations as 'salacious tabloid lies.' Polls indicate he is trailing Democrat Josh Stein by 13 points, which raises concerns among party officials about his impact on the upcoming presidential election. Robinson has a history of controversial remarks, including disparaging comments about civil rights figures and LGBTQ issues, which further complicate his campaign. The situation continues to evolve as Robinson's campaign navigates the fallout from these revelations and his public denials of the reports. As the race progresses, the dynamics in North Carolina, a key battleground state, remain crucial for both parties.