CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Kamala Harris’ campaign in North Carolina is getting a surprising push from an unexpected source: Mark Robinson.
Robinson, the state’s Republican candidate for governor, is under scrutiny as Harris volunteers and voters engage in conversations about his controversial views. With Democrats leveraging Robinson’s baggage to paint him as an extremist endorsed by Donald Trump, North Carolina is once again emerging as a competitive battleground state.
Despite Trump’s previous victory in North Carolina, recent developments have cast a shadow over Robinson’s candidacy. Harris’ team is seizing the opportunity to capitalize on Robinson’s tarnished image, hoping to sway voters in their favor and disrupt Trump’s path to the presidency.
The fallout from Robinson’s scandal has prompted Republicans to distance themselves from the candidate, raising concerns about the impact on down-ballot races. Democrats are eyeing North Carolina’s changing demographics and are hopeful that the current focus on Robinson will give them an edge in the final weeks leading up to the election.
While Robinson’s troubles have caused a stir within GOP circles, Trump’s supporters remain unfazed. The state’s political landscape is shifting, with Harris’ campaign ramping up efforts to connect with voters and mobilize a strong ground game.
With the Robinson scandal shaping the narrative in North Carolina, the race for the presidency has become a dead-heat tossup. Democrats are banking on leveraging Robinson’s controversy to sway voters and gain a foothold in the state.
As Election Day approaches, the battle for North Carolina intensifies, with both parties vying for crucial support in a state that has the potential to tip the scales in the presidential race.
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