During a recent rally in Highland Heights, Kentucky, Donald Trump boasted of Google’s newfound adoration, stating, “Google wouldn’t have taken my call in the first term. Now they kiss my ass.”

His comments seem to imply that he convinced Google to reflect his personal name changes, contradicting Google’s official stance that the updates are based on official government sources, specifically the GNIS database for the US. Throughout his second term, Silicon Valley, including Google, has been eager to ingratiate itself with the President, showering him with gifts, public praise, and donations to his pet projects.

Google did not immediately respond to requests for comment, leaving the exact nature of their relationship unclear. Trump’s statement could be seen as a political maneuver aimed at highlighting his increased influence, or a casual observation of the changing dynamics between him and Google.

Whatever the truth, it’s clear that the relationship between political power and technology giants is complex and ever-evolving, raising questions about corporate loyalty and public perception.