North Carolina Republican gubernatorial nominee Mark Robinson has vowed to remain in his race despite a CNN media report about comments it says he made on a website.

The North Carolina Republican Party released a statement Thursday evening defending its gubernatorial nominee, Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, after an explosive report about him was released. “Mark Robinson has categorically denied the allegations made by CNN but that won’t stop the Left from trying to demonize him via personal attacks,

Today I losted a friend & mentor, Rep. Kelly Alexander, Jr. As a civil rights icon and a tireless advocate for justice, his legacy resonates deeply within our community. Kelly was more than just a lawmaker he was a beacon of hope, and a relentless fighter for equality. #cltnews