Mark Robinson's Gubernatorial Campaign in North Carolina Draws Scrutiny.

Mark Robinson, North Carolina's first Black lieutenant governor, has entered the race for governor as a Republican candidate. Robinson's controversial remarks about LGBTQ+ rights, guns, and abortion have attracted scrutiny, with critics saying his candidacy could damage Republican hopes by turning off independents and moderates and motivating Democrats to vote. Other competitors include Democratic attorney general Josh Stein and Republican state treasurer Dale Folwell. Robinson's popularity with the Republican base and flush coffers put him squarely at the top of the GOP primary.