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  • Trump Buys Stock In WWE’s Parent Company TKO Group

    Trump Buys Stock In WWE’s Parent Company TKO Group

    Trump TKO

    President Donald Trump purchased stock in TKO Group Holdings, the publicly traded company that owns WWE, on March 25, according to a financial disclosure filing reviewed by HuffPost. The purchase fell in a range of $15,001 to $50,000.

    TKO has owned WWE since September 2023, when the promotion merged with the UFC under the Endeavor umbrella to form the combined company. WWE President Nick Khan and UFC CEO Dana White both retained their leadership roles after the merger, reporting up to TKO leadership.

    The filing, submitted May 12, comes as Trump promotes a UFC event on the White House South Lawn scheduled for June 14, his 80th birthday. While that card sits on the UFC side of the business, both promotions now feed the same balance sheet that Trump bought into.

    TKO Group

    TKO reported first quarter 2026 revenue of $1.597 billion, a 26 percent year-over-year increase, with WWE and the UFC both posting gains. The company also returned roughly $1 billion to shareholders through buybacks, dividends, and other distributions in that period.

    Trump has bought and sold stock in a range of companies he has publicly promoted. White House officials, including Vice President JD Vance, have previously said Trump does not personally choose which stocks to trade and that his financial advisers handle those decisions. TKO did not respond to a request for comment from HuffPost.

  • Jesse Ventura Compares Donald Trump Incident to Wrestling ‘Blade Job’

    Jesse Ventura Compares Donald Trump Incident to Wrestling ‘Blade Job’

    WWE Hall of Famer Jesse Ventura recently made some bold claims about President Donald Trump.

    Ventura Doubts Trump’s Assasination Attempt

    Ventura has discussed several political topics with host Piers Morgan. He questioned Trump’s legitimacy, including suggesting the July 2024 assassination attempt on Trump was staged. The wrestling veteran continues to position himself as a vocal critic of the current administration.

    Morgan said at one point, “To be fair to Trump, when he got shot, he got back up and said, ‘Fight, fight, fight!’”

    To that, Ventura replied, “Oh yeah, right, right, right. You ever hear of a blade job?”

    The former WWE star then referred to when a wrestler cuts themselves on purpose during a match to make it look like the opponent injured them.

    “A blade?” Morgan said. “What, you think it was fake?”

    Ventura insisted, “I don’t know. Where’s his scar today?”

    As Morgan pointed out that someone was shot and killed by the shooting at the rally, Ventura stated, of Trump, “Come on, Piers. You’re gonna tell me this guy’s a big hero now?”

    Morgan then confirmed that he thought Trump was heroic, to which Ventura said, “Well, then he accomplished what he wanted out of you guys.”

  • Jesse Ventura Ready To Take On Donald Trump In The Ring

    Jesse Ventura Ready To Take On Donald Trump In The Ring

    Jesse ‘The Body’ Ventura is ready to get in the ring with Donald Trump.

    The former governor of Minnesota has been a vocal critic of the sitting US president. The wrestling veteran did not mince his words again when he recently appeared on Piers Morgan Uncensored.

    He was asked about a 2004 clip where Jesse Ventura had said that we might need a wrestler in the White House in 2008. The 74-year-old explained that he was talking about a real wrestler, and questioned Donald Trump’s place in the WWE Hall of Fame:

    “Donald Trump does not belong in the wrestling Hall of Fame. He never earned it. You know what I had to do to get into the pro wrestling Hall of Fame?

    At one point in my career I wrestled 63 consecutive nights in a row. That’s how you get into the Hall of Fame. When I was referring to putting a wrestler in the White House, I was talking about me not him!”

    Let’s Both Get In The Ring: Jesse Ventura

    Jesse Ventura claimed that Trump got in the Hall of Fame because he stopped an investigation against Vince McMahon involving ‘sexual stuff.’ The wrestler-turned-politician then teased working on something that could send him ‘straight to Washington’ for a face-off with Trump. When asked if this showdown will be a physical one, the Vietnam War veteran suggested that he is open to the possibility:

    “No, but if he wants it, he’s in the hall of fame. Let’s both get in the ring. He’s in the hall of fame, isn’t he? Even though he’s never, ever had a match.”

    The former champion also questioned the legitimacy of the assassination attempt on Trump in July 2024, suggesting that his ear being shot was actually a blade job.

  • Linda McMahon: WWE Friendship Led to Trump White House Role

    US Secretary of Education Linda McMahon recently detailed how her friendship with President Donald Trump, stemming from WWE, led to her role in the White House. McMahon served as CEO of WWE until 2009 and was heavily involved in business operations, licensing deals, TV deals, and merchandising.

    McMahon first came across Donald Trump more than twenty years ago at a Rolling Stones concert, where Trump had invited her husband, and former WWE Chairman Vince McMahon.

    Trump also made an appearance at WrestleMania 23 in 2007, strengthening the McMahon family\’s business relationship with him. McMahon has now explained how her relationship with Trump began through WWE and led to her cabinet position.

    McMahon\’s Cabinet Role

    In an interview with Going Ringside, Linda McMahon said:

    \”It was almost 30 years ago now and we met and he was a big fan of the product of WWE and he came in he was in some of our story lines some of the highest rated storylines. We became friends and we\’ve been friends ever since and I was honored it was the honor of a lifetime to serve in his cabinet.\”

    McMahon served as head of the Small Business Administration (SBA) from 2017, resigning in April 2019. She was later nominated by President-elect Trump on November 19, 2024, to serve as U.S. Secretary of Education for the second Trump administration.

    McMahon is also chair of the board for the America First Policy Institute. The McMahons have donated over $68 million to political causes in the last decade.

  • Jesse Ventura: US Is A Third World Country Now

    Another WWE Hall of Famer has taken a stand against Donald Trump.

    Hardcore Legend Mick Foley had recently announced the end of his relationship with WWE in light of the company\’s relationship with the current US administration.

    During a recent interview with FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul, fellow wrestling legend and former Minnesota governor Jesse Ventura, also revealed his thoughts on the recent happenings within the country. Ventura, who comes from a family of army veterans, accused the Republican Party of destroying the Constitution.

    The 74-year-old noted that he took an oath to defend the Constitution against enemies foreign and domestic alike, and he sees the Republicans as the latter after January 6:

    \”I’ll give you a quote: we’re a third-world country now. You want to know why? I’m an expert. I’ve been to them. I spent 17 months in Southeast Asia while the draft dodger was playing golf. I know we’re a third-world country because in third-world countries, the military does police work in cities. I was in the Philippines the day Ferdinand Marcos declared martial law. Overnight, there was a guy with a machine gun on every corner. That’s what happens in a dictatorship.\”

    I Don\’t Even Call Him By Name: Jesse Venture

    Jesse Venture was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal, among other accolades, for his time in the US Navy from 1969 to 1975. The wrestling legend brought his record up when asked about Donald Trump as president. The former NWA star refused to address the President by name, calling him out as a \’draft dodging coward\’:

    \”You mean the draft-dodging coward? I don’t even call him by name. When it was his time to serve his country, he did what rich white boys did. I wasn’t a rich white boy. I grew up in South Minneapolis. Most of my friends are Vietnam veterans. We had to go. The rich ones didn’t. And now he’s going to tell me what courage is?”

    The wrestler turned politician was most recently featured on WWE programming on John Cena\’s retirement show at the December 13 Saturday Night\’s Main Event.

  • Mick Foley Announces He’s Parting Ways With WWE Over Trump Ties

    WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley—known to millions of fans by his iconic personas Mankind, Cactus Jack, and Dude Love—has announced he is parting ways with WWE, citing the company’s relationship with President Donald Trump as the sole reason for his departure.

    The three-time WWE Champion made the announcement on Instagram on Monday. The statement immediately went viral, causing \”Mick Foley Twitter\” to trend as fans scrambled across platforms to verify the news. In his post, Foley revealed he contacted WWE talent relations the previous night to inform them he would no longer be making appearances for the company. He stated that Trump’s comments following the murder of filmmaker Rob Reiner were “the final straw.”

    \”I no longer wish to represent a company that coddles a man so seemingly void of compassion as he marches our country towards autocracy,” Foley wrote.

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    Reiner and his wife Michele were found stabbed to death at their Los Angeles home on December 14. Their son Nick Reiner has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Trump subsequently posted on Truth Social that Reiner died due to “Trump Derangement Syndrome,” drawing sharp criticism from both Democrats and Republicans.

    Financial Implications and Contract Status

    Foley also announced he will not renew his WWE Legends contract when it expires in June. The deal, which he re-signed in September 2024, covers merchandise rights, video games, and action figures.

    The decision has triggered a surge of interest in Foley\’s net worth, as fans discuss the significant financial sacrifice involved in walking away from a Legends deal. By letting the contract expire, Foley is effectively forfeiting the royalties associated with his likeness in WWE video games and merchandise—a primary income stream for many retired legends.

    \”I love WWE, will always treasure my time with them, and I am deeply appreciative for all the opportunities they afforded me,” Foley wrote. “But, in the words of Popeye the sailor, ‘I stands all I can stands, and I can’t stands no more.’”

    Speculation on Future in AEW

    The announcement has also ignited rumors regarding Foley\’s potential future with AEW (All Elite Wrestling). Search traffic for \”Mick Foley AEW\” spiked immediately following his statement, with fans speculating whether the \”Hardcore Legend\” might bring his talents to the rival promotion.

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    While Foley has not commented on any future bookings, his departure from the WWE ecosystem removes the contractual exclusivity that would have prevented such an appearance.

    WWE has maintained close ties to the Trump administration. Former WWE CEO Linda McMahon currently serves as Secretary of Education, and Triple H has made multiple White House visits this year.

  • Latest On Donald Trump or Vince McMahon Attending John Cena\’s Last match

    There has been a lot of talk about which names will be in attendance for John Cena\’s retirement match at Saturday Night\’s Main Event tomorrow night.

    PWInsider recently provided an update on the matter, revealing a number of names that are expected at the show and a couple who are currently not in the mix despite popular speculation.

    While the possibility cannot be ruled out completely, the site reports that there is currently no indication that former WWE Chairman Vince McMahon or sitting US President Donald Trump will be in the arena.

    Though the McMahon family will still be represented. Stephanie McMahon is expected at the event, and Linda McMahon is also expected at the show.

    On the legends side, WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus is scheduled to be in the building, and it would be a surprise if other legends are not brought in for the night. WWE has planned surprises for the historic evening.

    Michael Cole and Wade Barrett are set to be on commentary, and Joe Tessitore will join the returning Jesse Ventura for the broadcast. Here\’s more backstage news on the event\’s plans.

    John Cena himself recently addressed the rumors about the position of his match on the card, confirming that he will main event the show. You can check out his full remarks here.

  • Triple H Reveals Similarities Between Donald Trump And The Rock

    Triple H has explained how Donald Trump became president.

    The WWE Chief Content Officer recently appeared on the All-In podcast. He discussed things such as the company\’s recent business growth, how the internet has changed the wrestling world and more.

    During the talk, The Game also gave his opinion on some political matters, including Donald Trump winning the 2024 US Presidential election against Kamala Harris. The former world champion claimed that while day-to-day issues are important in an election like that, it\’s ultimately the charisma of the candidate that ends up being a determining factor:

    “I think if you go back through history, even in politics, and you look at the person that gets elected in every presidential cycle; it’s the most charismatic person on that stage that gets elected president.

    The issues are important. The real-life day-to-day things that are important to people obviously are there, but at the end of the day, they’re picking who they like. They’re picking who connects with them. They’re picking who is charismatic to them.\”

    The Rock Is The Same Way: Triple H

    Donald Trump has a long history with both WWE and its previous owners, the McMahon family. The sitting President has gotten involved in storylines in the past, and some believe that his political style has very much been inspired by the colorful world of pro wrestling.

    The WWE Executive seems to believe in this line of thought as Triple H explained how Donald Trump shares characteristics with top stars of the pro wrestling world, such as The Rock:

    \”Donald Trump was very good in our world of WWE because he was okay to be himself. He was okay to sort of get egg on his face and be embarrassed sometimes. He was okay to put it all out there and just be him. But he’s charismatic.

    He’s larger than life. He’s not afraid to say what’s in front of him, right or wrong. The Rock is the same way. That connection with people is really, to me, it is what drives the planet.”

    Triple H\’s recent interest in politics is not a coincidence, as he\’s been missing more WWE shows than before and the backstage chatter suggests it has to do with his political ambitions. He even missed this past week\’s edition of Saturday Night\’s Main Event. You can check out more about it here.

  • Tyrus: Donald Trump Will Attend John Cena\’s Final WWE Match

    Wrestling fans and political pundits alike can expect President Donald Trump at John Cena\’s final match, according to ex-WWE star Tyrus. Speaking to TMZ Sports\’ Inside the Ropes, Tyrus was confident that Trump will attend.

    \”1000%. If he says he’s going, he’s going…That’s not by no mistake. He might even be in the finish. I definitely think if the president says he’s going to be there, he’s going to be there. He’s a fan, he loves it.”

    While President Trump himself hasn\’t commented, there has been growing speculation about him appearing at Saturday Night\’s Main event in December. In October 2025, Dave Meltzer reported that WWE expects leading political figures to be invited and attend the show.

    Trump\’s connections to WWE run deep and include hosting two WrestleManias and appearing several times on WWE TV. In 2013, Trump was inducted into the Celebrity Wing of the WWE Hall of Fame and recently earned Paul \’Triple H\’ Levesque. The Game\’s mother-in-law Linda McMahon also serves in Trump\’s cabinet.

    John Cena\’s final match will be a monumental event for wrestling fans, and WWE would certainly make a bold move by featuring the President. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on John Cena\’s impending final match.

  • Triple H & Stephanie McMahon Visit White House, Meet President Trump

    Paul \’Triple H\’ Levesque and Stephanie McMahon were at the White House this week as part of a new executive order from President Donald Trump. Speaking to reporters, McMahon discussed the order, which relates to using AI to help improve treatments for childhood cancer.

    “Kids shouldn’t even know what cancer is, let alone have to face it. And this incredible team believes that too. This executive order makes kids with cancer the first focus of AI innovation across health care in America.”

    On social media, Levesque praised his wife for her efforts and referenced Connors Cure, a WWE initiative named after Connor \’The Crusher\’ Michalek, a young fan who died of cancer.

    This appearance in the White House isn\’t the only tie between Trump and the WWE power couple. Both Levesque and McMahon are part of the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, a body in which Levesque serves as vice-chair. Earlier this year, the pair met with US Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

    Linda McMahon, Stephanie\’s mother, also serves as Trump\’s Secretary of Education. While WWE avoids bringing politics to its programming, the company\’s leaders remain entrenched with the President\’s ongoing campaigns.

    Triple H Calls Donald Trump ‘One of the Most Intuitive People’ He’s Ever Met

  • Triple H Calls Donald Trump \’One of the Most Intuitive People\’ He\’s Ever Met

    WWE Chief Creative Officer Triple H sparked controversy during a UK interview by praising Donald Trump as \”one of the most intuitive people\” he\’s ever encountered, defending the former and current president\’s decision-making abilities.

    \”I think there is as you move through life you continue to learn and um you know I think that over time everybody learns he is one of the most intuitive people I think that I\’ve met,\” Triple H stated during an exclusive interview on \”The Sports Agents.\”

    The wrestling executive elaborated on Trump\’s strategic approach, saying, \”When he has a plan and he knows that it\’s correct he will stick to that and I think over time many times that\’s proven to be correct but I think he admits when it\’s wrong also.\”

    Triple H attempted to distance himself from political commentary, clarifying that \”my my my world is not a political world. My world is a world of entertainment.\” He noted Trump\’s inclusion in the WWE Hall of Fame and emphasized his respect for world leaders regardless of political affiliation.

    The comments come as Trump recently visited the UK, prompting questions about WWE\’s relationship with political figures. Triple H expressed admiration for anyone in leadership positions, stating, \”I can only imagine what it is to be a world leader in this day and age.\”

    Trump\’s history with WWE spans decades, including hosting WrestleMania events and appearing in storylines. His Hall of Fame induction in 2013 cemented his connection to the wrestling world.

    Triple H concluded by offering support to all leaders: \”God bless them and the job that they do.\”

    Watch the full interview:

  • Donald Trump: Hulk Hogan Wasn\’t Afraid To Take A Stand

    Donald Trump recently reflected on his long-standing friendship with wrestling icon Hulk Hogan following the latter\’s death at the age of 71. Speaking to the press, Trump shared his admiration of the two-time WWE Hall of Famer as someone of great conviction.

    “Hulk has always stood for what he believes in, and that’s something I respect deeply. He’s not afraid to evolve and take a stand, whether it’s in the ring or outside of it.”

    The connection between Hogan and Trump played out over decades before Hulk\’s death at the hands of a reported cardiac arrest. The President\’s \’Trump Plaza\’ played host to WrestleManias 4 and 5, both of which would see Hogan in action. The latter would see Hogan regain the WWE Championship, ending the year long reign of \’Macho Man\’ Randy Savage.

    Away from the ring, Hogan endorsed Trump in the 2024 U.S. Presidential election which would see his fellow WWE Hall of Famer return to the White House. Hogan would throw his weight behind Trump following an assassination attempt, even going as far as to call the two-time President his personal hero.

    Hogan\’s death has affected many, from the common wrestling fan to the man in the White House. As tributes continue to pour in for the Hulkster, it is clear that Hogan\’s influence will continue to be felt.

    Hulk Hogan’s Orlando Beach Shop Adorned With Fan Tributes

  • Update On Potential Donald Trump WrestleMania Appearance

    WrestleMania 41 from Las Vegas is expected to feature a number of big non-wrestling names, but it appears that Donald Trump will not be one of them.

    The businessman turned politician has a long history with the company. With The Show of Shows being held in the Sin City this year, the rumors of Trump making an appearance at the PLE have been rampant.

    A new report from Fightful Select, however, casts doubt over it. They noted that the creative team has not been made aware of an appearance from the current US President. The additional security measures that would be required for the same have not been seen around the arena either:

    \”Regarding the possibility of Donald Trump appearing at WrestleMania after the heavy WWE endorsements this week, creative has not been told that it is happening, and we\’ve not been told of anyone who has been informed to prepare for it. There are also additional security and planning measures that would need to be in place.\”

    The US President has taken part in WWE storylines over the years, and he was inducted into the celebrity wing of the Hall of Fame in 2013. He also made an appearance at UFC 314 earlier this month, which merged with the wrestling promotion under the TKO banner last year.

    With Trump being known for his unpredictability, an appearance cannot be completely ruled out. Though it seems highly unlikely at this stage.

  • Roman Reigns Supports President Trump: ‘Positive and Competent Leadership’

    Roman Reigns supports President Donald Trump, and says the choice was clear in the most recent election.

    In an interview with Vanity Fair, Reigns shared his views on politics, describing himself as a centrist despite being a registered Democrat. Reflecting on the most recent election at the time, Anoa’i said the choice was “very clear.”

    “One person was giving us information. One person was answering questions, so it wasn’t that hard,” he explained.

    When asked if that meant he supported Donald Trump, Anoa’i responded after a brief pause:

    “I support our President.”

    He praised Trump’s broad experience across entertainment, business, and politics, adding:

    “At this point, I’m supporting a bright future for our country. Positive and competent leadership. For us to be what we’re supposed to be—to be a world leader and carry that respect and do what a world power like us should be doing.”

    However, Anoa’i also acknowledged his differences with Trump’s political behavior. He criticized the former president’s need for constant opposition, saying,

    “It’s like he needs that adversary… He needs that competitive motivation or something.”

    He noted the similarities between Trump’s combative approach and the dynamics of WWE, observing how wrestling had become a lens for understanding modern politics.

    “To be honest,” he added, “the world seems to be more like wrestling than any other form of entertainment.”

    Triple H Heralds President Trump’s Charisma: ‘Amazing’ and ‘Genius’

  • Triple H Heralds President Trump’s Charisma: ‘Amazing’ and ‘Genius’

    Donald Trump is loved by some and loathed by others, but there\’s no denying that the U.S. President is able to get everyone talking. Speaking to Flagrant, WWE\’s Chief Content Officer Paul \’Triple H\’ Levesque argued that Trump has a pull that few people in his circles could dream of replicating.

    \”He\’s charismatic in so many ways, and I think he likes getting under peoples skin, generating [heat]. It\’s amazing and it\’s genius, and it worked.\”

    Levesque, set to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame for the second time this weekend, highlighted Trump as \”the epitome of that billionaire status\” and once again credited \’The Don\’s\’ charisma for that. While there are other billionaires in the word, Levesque noted that it was Trump that individuals could find on People Magazine on a regular basis.

    While Trump has obvious ties to WWE, including appearances at several WrestleManias, the company has avoided mentioning the current President of the United States on-screen. This restraint demonstrates WWE wisely stepping away from the highly-volatile world of politics despite the potential for headlines if they were to lean into their Trump connection. WWE\’s TKO partners in UFC haven\’t shied away from Trump, who appeared at the recent UFC 314 event.

    Each day, Trump continues to make headlines, with his recent tarriffs and changes to said tarriffs sparking a ton of debate, and while Levesque may avoid mentioning the President by name on WWE TV, the CCO\’s admiration for Trump\’s charisma is no secret.

    Wrestling and Politics: How Donald Trump brought WWE to Elections and the White House

  • Triple H, Stephanie & Shane Join Linda McMahon At Education Secretary Hearing

    Linda McMahon, former WWE CEO, appeared before the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee today for her confirmation hearing as Secretary of Education. McMahon was joined by her daughter Stephanie and son-in-law Paul \’Triple\’ Levesque at the proceedings at the Dirksen Senate Office Building. Levesque was seated directly behind the nominee while Stephanie was to the right of her husband. Linda\’s son Shane was also present alongside his wife Marissa.

    McMahon\’s hearing comes at a pivotal moment for the Department of Education, as President Trump has openly declared his intention to eliminate the agency. Trump, who McMahon worked for during his first presidency, has referred to the department as a \”big con job.\” Elon Musk\’s Department of Government Efficiency has already reduced the department\’s funding by nearly $1 billion, raising questions about McMahon\’s potential role in leading an agency marked for dissolution.

    McMahon brings significant business acumen from her tenure transforming WWE into a multi-billion-dollar enterprise though has little background in education. Though McMahon previously served for one year on Connecticut\’s State Board of Education, her departure came with controversy. After her exit, it was revealed that she had misled the board when applying, claiming she had a Bachelors degree in Education. Her degree is actually in Frnech.

    This confirmation process represents a crucial juncture for federal education policy as McMahon may be tasked with overseeing major structural changes. With McMahon dedicating her loyalty to Trump/Musk\’s plot to abolish the department, her time leading the DOE may be a short one if confirmed.

    Pres. Trump Names Linda McMahon In Efforts to End Dept. of Education

  • Vince McMahon, Tony Khan, WWE and AEW Stars Attend Super Bowl LIX

    Several high-profile figures from the world of professional wrestling were present at Super Bowl LIX, held at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.

    WWE Hall of Famer and U.S. President Donald Trump attended the game, making history as the first sitting president to do so. Vince McMahon, Shane McMahon, and The Undertaker were also spotted at the event, adding to the strong wrestling presence at the Super Bowl.

    WWE legends The Bella Twins watched the big game live, and mingled with All Elite Wrestling star Britt Baker.

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    AEW CEO Tony Khan was in attendance as well, arriving on the Kismet, a 400-foot, $360 million yacht owned by his father, Shad Khan. AEW TBS Champion Mercedes Mone and former AEW World Champion Swerve Strickland were on hand, with Swerve joking that they were just there to see Kendrick Lamar’s halftime performance.

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    Outside the stadium, WWE’s influence extended to the commercial breaks. Appliance maker Bosch aired its first-ever Super Bowl ad, featuring an actor portraying Macho Man Randy Savage alongside Antonio Banderas.

    Beyond the wrestling world, Super Bowl LIX attracted a host of other celebrities, including Taylor Swift, Bradley Cooper, Paul Rudd, and Lionel Messi. The game saw the Kansas City Chiefs face off against the Philadelphia Eagles.

  • Pres. Trump Names Linda McMahon In Efforts to End Dept. of Education

    U.S. President and WWE Hall of Famer Donald Trump has planns to dismantle the Department of Education, an act that would have profound effects on the education of children throughout the country. Speaking from the Oval Office this week, Trump named former WWE CEO and his pick to lead the Department Linda McMahon as a key player in his plans.

    \”I want Linda to put herself out of a job… We spend more per pupil than any other country in the world and we\’re ranked at the bottom of the list… What I want to do is let the states run schools.\”

    PRESIDENT TRUMP: I want Linda to put herself out of a job… We spend more per pupil than any other country in the world and we're ranked at the bottom of the list… What I want to do is let the states run schools. pic.twitter.com/hHWEv9kHlL

    — Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) February 4, 2025

    McMahon\’s Unlikely Appointment

    Linda McMahon\’s appointment to lead the DOE spawned controversy from the moment the former WWE CEO\’s name was announced. McMahon has no formal training as an educator. In 2010, McMahon stepped down from the Connecticut Board of Education. Shortly after, it was shared that McMahon had falsely claimed to have a degree in education from East Carolina University in 1969, when her degree was actually in French.

    Trump\’s plans to dismantle the DOE has been met with criticism by some. Currently the Dept. of Education distributes federal funding to state and local education agencies, supports special education, and ensures equal access to education, among other tasks.

    Despite being a WWE Hall of Famer, Trump\’s political leanings have been ignored by the wrestling juggernaut for the most part. However, the McMahons were present at Trump\’s New Year\’s Eve celebration, showing the family\’s connection to the President. After being booed during Raw\’s debut on Netflix, Hulk Hogan has blamed the response on his support for Trump and his past as part of the NWO.

  • Scott Steiner Shares Travel Woes With \’51st State\’ Canada

    Donald Trump\’s efforts to force Canada into becoming the 51st state has caught a lot of attention ever since his Presidential win last November. Now, this idea has received the backing of Scott Steiner, who took to X to share his negative experience with the Great White North.

    The WWE Hall of Famer shared that he was heading to Canada for a charity event, and speculated as to why entering the country proved to be an issue.

    Ultimately, Steiner was able to make it into Canada, but only after shelling out hundreds of dollars to enter. Steiner added that he refers to Canada as \’Mexico North\’ for this issues.

    Trump\’s plan for Canada has proven to be divisive, with people north of the border sharing their opposition to the idea. Despite the president\’s claim that \”Many Canadians\” want for this to happen, a poll from Angus Reid found that 90% of Canadians asked are against the idea.

    Scott Steiner’s Son Brock Rechsteiner Offered WWE NIL Contract

    As for Scott Steiner, he will continue to bring his iconic personality across ther world, despite his recent issues entering Canada. With Steiner teasing appearance at this weekend\’s Royal Rumble PLE in Indianapolis, wrestling fans may soon be seeing Big Poppa Pump back on their screens in the near future.

  • Logan Paul Attends Donald Trump\’s Presidential Inauguration

    What’s a United States presidential inauguration without a touch of WWE flair? On Monday, WWE Hall of Famer Donald Trump will reclaim his \’United States Presidential Championship\’—making history as only the second president to serve non-consecutive terms. The first was Grover Cleveland, who held office as the 22nd and 24th president.

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    Rendering of a fictional United States Presidential Championship

    WWE and the Trump Inauguration

    In addition to Trump’s administration once again including former WWE President Linda McMahon as a key cabinet member (Education Secretary), the inauguration festivities promise plenty of star power. Many of the stars have direct ties to WWE.

    Social media is already abuzz with photos of the Paul brothers and McGregor showcasing their signature showmanship at the celebration.

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    The Second Trump Inauguration

    President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration is set to take place on Monday, January 2025, in Washington, D.C., marking the formal beginning of his presidency. The event is expected to draw a mix of high-profile attendees, including prominent figures from the world of sports and entertainment.

    FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who has credited Trump for his support of international soccer, is also planning to be present. The day’s festivities will include the swearing-in ceremony, followed by black-tie receptions co-hosted by major industry leaders, such as Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, alongside influential sports team owners.

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    UFC CEO Dana White in \”good company\” at Donald Trump\’s second US Presidential Inauguration

    Attendees are expected to celebrate Trump’s ties to the sports world, as many of these athletes and officials have publicly expressed their support for the president-elect.

    Stay tuned to SEScoops for coverage of the professional wrestling aspects of United States President Donald Trump\’s second Presidential Inauguration.

  • Hulk Hogan Teases Role in Donald Trump’s 2025 Inauguration

    Controversial professional wrestling icon Hulk Hogan is in a celebratory mood one week after getting booed out of the Intuit Dome at the WWE Raw Netflix premiere.

    Hogan appeared on Jesse Watters Primetime on FOX News last night to share his thoughts on the state of the country and his excitement for Donald Trump’s upcoming presidential inauguration. Hogan pounded a beer and declared, “We’re already celebrating the inauguration, even before it happens because we know we’re getting our country back!”

    According to Hogan, it now feels like a “dark cloud” has been lifted since Trump’s re-election. He says the \”whiners and criers\” brought the United States to the brink of destruction, but things will get back on track, jack, next week when Trump is inaugurated. When pressed about his plans for the event, Hogan replied:

    “Well, there’s a little birdie that says I might just be there pulling a few shenanigans, brother.\”

    “I’ve got my ‘Trump Pump’ back on and I’m gonna be ridin’ dirty all the way to that inauguration. I cannot wait for him to be sworn in, brother!

    It’s a new day, it’s a new country, and we’re gonna make America great again because we’ve got a real American President, brother!”

    Hulk Hogan teases attending Donald Trump\’s Second United States Presidential Inauguration

    The 60th Presidential Inauguration is set to take place on Monday, January 20th, 2025, in Washington, D.C.

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    Catch Hulk Hogan\’s appearance on Jesse Watters Live (January 13, 2025):

  • Triple H & McMahons Ring In 2025 At Donald Trump\’s Mar-A-Lago Resort

    WWE CCO Paul \’Triple H\’ Levesque and members of the McMahon family celebrated the arrival of 2025 with Donald Trump at Mar-A-Lago. On X, Andrew Guliana, son of former New York City mayor Rudy Guliani, shared a photo with the Game.

    Levesque didn\’t attend the festivities alone, as Stephanie McMahon and Linda McMahon also attended. The elder McMahon has been touted by President-Elect Trump to lead the Department of Education despite no history in teaching. In 2010, McMahon stepped down from Connecticut\’s Board of Education, and it was reported days later that she had falsely claimed her bachelors degree was in education (it is in French.)

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    The President-Elect and his wife Melania were also seen celebrating at Mar-A-Lago, though it\’s unclear if Vince McMahon joined his daughter and son-in-law in Florida. The 79-year-old former Chairman of WWE is a known friend of Trump and is currently facing Janel Grant\’s lawsuit alleging sexual trafficking.

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    While Triple H and the McMahons were spotted at Mar-A-Lago, WWE opts not to reference Trump on TV, despite his status as a WWE Hall of Famer. Given the ongoing toxic nature of politics, the Sports Entertainment juggernaut opts to avoid the topic altogether, despite Trump\’s recent victory and McMahon\’s apparent appointment in his cabinet.

  • Bobby Lashley: Donald Trump Was Ready To Fight At WrestleMania 23

    President-Elect Donald Trump was more than willing to get in the mix of things during the infamous Battle of the Billionaires in WWE in 2007. The WrestleMania 23 contest saw Bobby Lashley represent Trump to face the late, great Umaga, who represented Vince McMahon. Lashley would win the match, which per the stipulation, would result in McMahon being shaved of his iconic hairdo.

    On the Insight podcast, Lashley detailed the build-up to the match, which he found \”funny all the way through.\”

    \”You\’re just watching these two powerhouses talk to each other, so they\’re going back and forth, and they\’re on top of everything.\”

    The match featured prominent promotion in WWE, including taking center stage on that year\’s WrestleMania 23 poster. The image depicts Lashley and Umaga standing behind their representatives, though this was not the original plan.

    \”Somebody put it down on paper that me and Umaga were supposed to sit in the chairs and have those guys standing with their hands on our shoulders… Trump was like, \’No, I don\’t think we should do this… it makes me look old.\”

    During the match, Trump delivers a clothesline to McMahon in a clip the President-Elect has since used to encapsulate his issues with the media. The Apprentice star was never taught how to hit the move, Lashley added, before detailing McMahon\’s attempt to prank his friend, who was eager to fight, on the biggest show of the year.

    \” Trump wanted to be a part of it. He wanted to do something. He was like, \’I want to beat somebody up.\’

    \”Vince\’s whole thing was like, Haha, when he starts punching me, I\’m gonna put my head down so he could punch my head. That\’s the hardest part of my head, so it\’s gonna hurt his hand.\”

    Trump was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2013, and will take office once again next month. Linda McMahon will join Trump as Secretary of Education after serving in his previous cabinet under a different role.

    As for Lashley, he\’s now a part of AEW and is quickly establishing himself as part of The Hurt Syndicate. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on the former WWE World Champion as he, MVP, and Shelton Benjamin look to show their dominance in an All-Elite ring.

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  • Trump Nominates Former WWE CEO Linda McMahon as Education Secretary

    President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Linda McMahon as the next Secretary of Education. McMahon, co-founder and former CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), previously served as the Administrator of the Small Business Administration from 2017 to 2019.

    McMahon\’s appointment aligns with Trump’s vision to reduce federal oversight in education, as he has expressed intentions to eliminate the Department of Education. Her extensive experience in business and her previous cabinet role highlight her as a significant figure in the WWE community, now poised to influence national education policy.

    Linda McMahon\’s ties to Donald Trump span both wrestling and politics. Their partnership began in the 1980s when WWE ran events at Trump\’s Atlantic City properties, culminating in Trump\’s memorable appearance at WrestleMania 23 in 2007.

    McMahon later transitioned to politics, serving as Trump\’s Small Business Administration chief from 2017 to 2019. She continued supporting his initiatives as America First Policy Institute\’s leader and co-chair of his transition team.

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    Now, with her expected return to the cabinet as Secretary of Education, McMahon would oversee one of the smallest federal agencies – one that manages federal student aid, educational research, and anti-discrimination efforts while accounting for less than 10% of public school funding nationwide.

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  • Watch: Triple H Meets Up With President-Elect Donald Trump At UFC 309

    A number of WWE names were present at the UFC 309 event this Saturday Night including the Chief Content Officer Triple H who got to meet Donald Trump at the show.

    The president-elect was in attendance for the show alongside the announced co-head of his Department of Government Efficiency, Elon Musk. Trump got a huge response from the crowd during his entrance and the heavyweight champion Jon Jones also handed him the title belt for a bit after his win in the main event.

    The WWE official who was in attendance with his wife Stephanie McMahon got to share a brief moment with the billionaire politician and UFC president Dana White during his visit:

    Donald Trump is dancing, Elon Musk is here, RFK, and even bloody WWE’s main man Triple H too!

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    — Matthew Connell (@matthewconnell) November 17, 2024

    Incredible moment of respect when Jon Jones handed his UFC championship belt to President Trump.

    The culture is changing. I love this.
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    — Tim Young (@TimRunsHisMouth) November 17, 2024

    Triple H\’s wasn\’t the only WWE representative at the show. Both the Terror Twins in Rhea Ripley and Damian Priest were also in the arena and the official TKO account shared a video of them on Twitter.

    Other notable names in attendance included legendary boxer Mike Tyson, and rapper Jelly Roll both of whom have made appearances on WWE TV before.

    The WWE Top Brass has always had a good relationship with Donald Trump. Apart from his involvement in WWE storylines in the past, Trump also appointed Linda McMahon as the administrator of the Small Business Administration during his first presidential term.

    Reports suggest that McMahon would be joining the new Trump cabinet as well, this time serving as the leader of the Department of Commerce.

    There is also a lot of chatter about how Trump\’s win will affect the ongoing investigations against Vince McMahon. You can check out our analysis on how the former WWE chairman can benefit from Trump\’s presidency here.