Witness Vince McMahon and Donald Trump at a press conference discussing WWE at the Austin Straubel International Airport in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on June 22, 2009.
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Amidst a slew of legal troubles, former WWE chief Vince McMahon is on the move, dining out, and maintaining connections with friends and colleagues — including ex-President Donald Trump.
McMahon stepped down as the executive chairman of the parent company of World Wrestling Entertainment in late January following explosive allegations of sexual misconduct and trafficking by former employee Janel Grant. McMahon, 78, vehemently denied the accusations. Additionally, he is under federal investigation, although no charges have been filed.
NBC News and CNBC interviewed 11 individuals familiar with McMahon and WWE to shed light on how he is spending his time and how the iconic brand he nurtured for over four decades is adapting in his absence. These sources, which include close confidants and company insiders,…
2024-04-17 17:35:19
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