WWE fans react to Trump picking ‘totally unqualified’ Linda McMahon in his cabinet
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Donald Trump has put forward Linda McMahon, the former spouse of ex-WWE CEO Vince McMahon, as his choice for secretary of education in his upcoming administration. This decision has left many wrestling fans puzzled.
Trump’s unexpected win against Kamala Harris in the US election has led him to make a series of contentious choices for his new cabinet, featuring names like Marco Rubio, Elon Musk, and Pete Hegseth.
On Tuesday evening, Trump revealed that McMahon, who co-chaired his transition team and previously led the Small Business Administration, would assume the role.
"For the last four years, Linda has served as the Chair of the Board at the America First Policy Institute (AFPI), passionately championing the rights of parents. She has dedicated her efforts at both AFPI and America First Works (AFW) to promote Universal School Choice in 12 states, ensuring that children have access to a quality education, no matter where they live or their financial situation," stated Trump in a statement.
As the Secretary of Education, Linda is devoted to promoting educational options across all states in the U.S., enabling parents to make the best decisions for their children's education.
McMahon, 76, is widely recognized for her time at WWE, where she served as president and CEO from 1980 until 2009, working alongside her former husband Vince. According to The Washington Post, they are currently separated.
While she was with WWE, Linda often appeared on screen and took part in numerous storylines, typically alongside Vince and their kids, Shane and Stephanie.
Even though Linda never participated in a match, she occasionally got involved in physical encounters in the ring, often taking significant hits from popular wrestlers like “Stone Cold” Steve Austin and Kane, who is now known as Glenn Jacobs, the mayor of Knox County.
In reaction to the nomination, WWE enthusiasts have been posting humorous memes and videos showcasing McMahon's journey within the wrestling organization, highlighting the unusual aspects of her career.
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“Interesting tidbit: One fan quipped that Linda McMahon will be the first Secretary of Education to endure a Stone Cold Stunner,” joked a supporter.
Another commenter stated, “Linda McMahon was awful at performing the Stone Cold Stunner, and because of that, I think she’s completely unfit for the role of Education Secretary.”
One person remarked, "Linda McMahon will be the first Secretary of Education who was featured as a playable character in WWF No Mercy for the Nintendo 64."
Vince McMahon is now under significant allegations of sexual misconduct and human trafficking, brought forward by a former employee named Janel Grant. She alleges that McMahon raped her and forced her to engage in sexual activities with other men between 2019 and 2022.
In a separate legal case involving Linda, it is claimed that Melvin Phillips, who passed away in 2012, would specifically seek out young men from underprivileged backgrounds and recruit them as "ring boys" to assist in getting ready for wrestling events. Allegedly, he would then sexually abuse them in various locations, including his dressing room, hotels, and even the locker room used by wrestlers. This accusation has been made on behalf of five men in the lawsuit.
