Mark Robinson (American politician)
Mark Keith Robinson (born August 8, 1968) is an American politician. He is the 35th lieutenant governor of North Carolina since 2021.[1] He is a member of the Republican Party. He is the first African-American to hold the office. He is known for his controversial views on transgenders, former President Barack Obama and Muslims.[2]
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| 35th Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina | |
| Assumed office January 9, 2021 | |
| Governor | Roy Cooper |
| Preceded by | Dan Forest |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Mark Keith Robinson August 8, 1968 Greensboro, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Yolanda Hill |
| Children | 2 |
| Education | North Carolina A&T State University University of North Carolina, Greensboro |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service |  United States Army |
| Years of service | 1985–1989 |
| Unit | United States Army Reserve |
References
- ↑ "North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper, state officials sworn in during inauguration ceremony". WXII 12. Hearst Television Inc. January 9, 2021. Retrieved January 10, 2021.
- ↑ Colin Campbell (October 10, 2020). "Muslim 'invaders' and transgender 'delusion': Lt. gov. candidate's posts draw criticism". News & Observer.
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