Of course, he has the right to say what he wants, but when the media makes a deliberate choice to circulate his remarks far beyond what they would do for another elected official of a different stripe, we have to question both intention and purpose. And, maybe, even start to think about challenging broadcast licenses in the public interest.
"Of course, he has the right to say what he wants"
Well, perhaps, but what about my right to demand he be tried for treason?