Salon obtained the following video recording of a conference call between Republican Michigan Senate candidate John James and African-American leaders in the state. When James is questioned about speaking out against President Trump, he says, "Donald Trump doesn't need less black folks around him he needs more." He goes on to say, "The goal is achieving equity and equality for our people, not standing up on Twitter and condemning folks." Watch the recording above to hear more from the exchange. The call was recorded on April 30, 2020. Read the full story on Salon.com.