I think it is a case of 'least said soonest mended'. You can't undo what you said and your son had a choice as to whether to take any notice.
I would back off unless it is a case of being supportive but even then be careful that it can't be construed as interfering.
I agree with Elrel. Apologising just prolongs the issue and make too much of it. It also makes it about you when you should be backing off.
To think that London, or anywhere else for that matter, does not belong to any one demographic
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