[Bruce Campbells Chin]

Disavowed by an advisor, not by Trump himself. I'm sure Trump approved the statement, but he needs to say it himself because that will reach far more people. The fact that only an advisor and not Trump himself said it will be used by the left to imply that Trump himself feels differently.

Needs to be nipped in the bud.

[Skwor]

No he does not need to say it, this is exactly what surrogates are for.

Trump did not pick the guy, yes he is in charge but there are times the generals must own the situation. The leader does not have to jump out rushing to apologize for every offense, the leader needs to manage the issue.

[Sacajaweau]

Let it rest....