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NC Governor Candidate Criticizes Public Spending While Benefiting from It

Mark Robinson's family nonprofit received millions in taxpayer funds, now under investigation for financial irregularities.

Overview

  • Robinson's wife founded Balanced Nutrition Inc., receiving $7 million in government funding since 2017.
  • The nonprofit paid over $830,000 in salaries to Robinson, his wife, and family members.
  • State regulators are investigating Balanced Nutrition for over $100,000 in unaccounted spending.
  • Robinson has faced backlash for inflammatory comments and alleged misuse of campaign funds.
  • Robinson's campaign claims the investigation is politically motivated.