Jeff Colyer
Leavenworth County Commissioner Louis Klemp made the remark to a black city planner at a public meeting last week.
In Minnesota and Kansas, the victory of Trump-style candidates makes GOP wins less likely.
Kobach is known on the national stage for his staunchly conservative views on immigration and voting.
The gubernatorial candidate also accused his rival, the governor, of undermining public confidence in elections.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
In an unofficial tally, Kobach's office said his opponent got 100 fewer votes than county officials said he did.
The Trump supporter has made a name for himself with anti-immigrant views and allegations of voter fraud. Will Republicans make him their pick for governor?