North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson Hospitalized with Burns
Republican North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, whose gubernatorial bid has been marred by allegations of racist and sexually explicit online comments, was hospitalized with burns on Friday.
Robinson's campaign spokesperson, Mike Lonergan, confirmed the incident in a statement, stating that the 56-year-old politician suffered second-degree burns during a campaign appearance at the Mayberry Truck Show in Mt. Airy. Robinson received treatment at the Northern Regional Hospital in Mt. Airy and was in "good spirits," according to Lonergan. He is expected to resume campaigning on Saturday morning.
The campaign did not provide further details about the burns or the circumstances surrounding the incident.
This news comes after a CNN report last week revealed that Robinson posted inappropriate comments on a pornographic website's message board between 2008 and 2012, often under the username "black NAZI." Since the report's publication, several key members of Robinson's campaign staff have resigned, including his campaign manager, general consultant, senior advisor, finance director, and deputy campaign manager. He has also seemingly lost support among Republican leadership.
Robinson did not appear with former President Donald Trump at the two North Carolina rallies Trump held since the CNN report. When asked if he would withdraw his endorsement of Robinson, Trump responded, "I don't know the situation." Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, when asked if Republicans should halt support for Robinson's campaign, said, "It won't surprise you to know I'm happy that there's not a Senate race in North Carolina."
Despite the controversy, Robinson has vowed to remain in the race. "This is an election about policies, not personalities," he wrote on social media Wednesday. "Now is not the time for intra-party squabbling and nonsense.
12 Comments
BuggaBoom
The left is always quick to condemn and slow to forgive. Let's give Lt. Gov. Robinson the chance to learn from his mistakes and move on.
Loubianka
The Republican party needs to denounce Robinson and his comments. They can't continue to support someone who doesn't represent their values.
Noir Black
I hope this incident serves as a lesson to all of us. We need to be more compassionate and understanding, but we also need to hold people accountable for their words and actions.
Loubianka
The left wants to silence anyone who disagrees with them. We won't let them silence Lt. Gov. Robinson!
Eugene Alta
The media is trying to create a scandal where there is none. Don't fall for their lies!
Eric Cartman
He's playing the victim card again. His comments were inexcusable, and now he wants sympathy for his burns? No way.
Marishka
It's ironic that someone who spews hate online now needs our sympathy. Thoughts and prayers, but his actions have consequences.
Pupsik
The attacks on Lt. Gov. Robinson are politically motivated. Don't let the Democrats fool you!
Bella Ciao
Lt. Gov. Robinson is a victim of cancel culture. We need to stand up for him and for free speech!
Coccinella
The media is trying to exploit this incident to bring down Lt. Gov. Robinson. Don't let them succeed! We stand with him!
Bella Ciao
I'm disgusted by Robinson's comments and his lack of remorse. He doesn't deserve our support.
Habibi
Robinson's racist and sexually explicit comments are disgusting, but his burns are a reminder that even the worst of us deserve compassion. I hope he makes a full recovery.