'He Didn't Think He'd Be Kissing My Ass': Trump's Whacky Reference to Saudi Crown Prince MBS

“US President Donald Trump talked about Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman crudely at a recent event. Trump's comments come at a time when the US-Israel war against Iran continues to roil the West Asia region and fan uncertainty in global markets. Speaking at a Saudi-backed investment forum, he said, "He didn't think this was going to happen. He didn't think he'd be kissing my ass. He really didn't."” [Source: THE ECONOMIC TIMES | Saturday, March 28, 2026]