Before the election, when Trump would publish a spew of ignorance, a quick retraction or rationalization would follow; evidence that his handlers had better sense than the candidate.  

I notice no backtracking on this issue - an apparent escalation in narcissism and a sign his handlers are no longer in the picture or that his recent appointees are not in a position to convince the Groper-elect he is once again foaming at the mouth.

A bad sign any way you look at it.