South Carolina Republican Senator Lindsey Graham is facing controversy over remarks he made at an all-male dinner at a private club. CNN played an audio recording of Graham’s comments, which were made earlier this month.

Senator Lindsey Graham: I’ve tried to help you with your tax status. I’m sorry the government’s so f——ed up. If I get to be president, white men who are in male-only clubs are going to do great in my presidency.”

Graham’s campaign said the statement about helping white men was a joke that was taken out of context. Graham is seeking re-election to a third term on Tuesday.