October 17, 2011
Linda McMahon's Appearance In WWE's 'Make-A-Wish' Ad Violated FEC Rules
Linda McMahon's appearance in a World Wrestling Entertainment ad for the Make-a-Wish Foundation during her 2010 run for Senate violated elections law, but the Federal Election Commission is going to let is slide.
The Connecticut Democratic State Central Committee alleged that the WWE -- run by McMahon's husband, Vince -- illegally coordinated corporate in-kind contributions with her campaign.
In a decision made public on Friday, the FEC found that everything besides the Make-a-Wish Foundation ad was on the up-and-up and decided not to do anything about her two-second appearance in the ad as a matter of prosecutorial discretion.
McMahon's brief appearance in the Make-a-Wish ad, where she is shown "greeting a young boy in a wheelchair," was "fleeting," according to the FEC.
The FEC found that a WWE "Fan Appreciation Day" held three days before the election was not in violation of the rules because "there was no specific reference to her name, her opponent's name, or her candidacy."
source: talkingpointsmemo.com
Name WWE Network's New Legends Reality Show
WWE Network is launching in 2012, but you can be a part of it right now! Help name our newest show, a reality series featuring many of your favorite WWE Legends, all forced to live under one roof. See what happens when the most colorful and combustive personalities in WWE history shack up, break bread, and bruise egos.
What would you name this new WWE Network show?
1. WWE House of Fame
2. WWE Old Timer Acres
3. WWE Retired and Rowdy Roommates
4. WWE Old School Yard
5. WWE Legends House
source: wwe.com
Rumor Mill - Hogan Lobbied To Have Roode Lose; Issues with AJ Styles
PWInsider is reporting that Bobby Roode was scheduled to win the world title from Kurt Angle.
Hogan lobbied to have Angle go over Roode because he felt that Roode wasn't ready for a run with the title as he doesn't feel the time is right for Roode to be the top guy.
In addition to Hogan's opinions on Roode, there was a lot of a banter as reported on Twitter between Hogan and AJ Styles. According to reports, there was a lot of resentment towards Hogan from the long time company employees as Hogan criticized Styles on Twitter after Styles missed Saturdays fan interaction event due to a death in his family.
Heath Slater Suspended
In accordance with its Talent Wellness Program, WWE has suspended Heath Miller (Heath Slater®) for 30 days effective immediately for his first violation of the company’s policy.
CMLL Reps at SmackDown; Tryouts Held
Super Luchas reports that representatives from Mexico’s CMLL promotion were in attendance for the SmackDown tapings in Mexico City. It’s also being reported that WWE held a tryout this weekend with several talents from CMLL.
First Inductee of the 2012 WWE Hall Of Fame Class Revealed
The official WWE twitter account posted the following:
RT @wweinsider: BREAKING NEWS: Triple H announces Lucha Legend Mil Mascaras will be part of the WWE Hall of Fame class of 2012.
This Day in Wrestling History
Chyna becomes the first and only woman to ever win the WWF(E) Intercontinental title. She defeated Jeff Jarrett at No Mercy.
October 17, 1999
October 16, 2011
Mask vs. Mask: Sin Caras Duel on SmackDown in Mexico City
Both Sin Cara Azul and Sin Cara Negro will put their identity on the line in a Mask vs. Mask Match on Friday Night SmackDown, emanating from the Palacio De Los Deportes in Mexico City.
Ever since September, when it was revealed that two Sin Caras were competing in WWE, tensions have escalated, including multiple physical confrontations.
Sin Cara Azul earned bragging rights over his twin, defeating Sin Cara Negro in their match at WWE Hell in a Cell, but the match was so closely contested that the question as to who the superior Superstar is still remains unanswered.
After Hell in a Cell, the darker luchador has repeatedly attacked his blue counterpart, leading to this Mask vs. Mask match-up in the Mexican capital.
source: wwe.com
Jim Ross Returns to Raw in Mexico City, Competes in Tag Team Match
Jim Ross is back! After unceremoniously firing Good Ol’ J.R. last week in his home state of Oklahoma, John Laurinaitis appeared to have had a change of heart.
After an overwhelmingly negative response from the WWE Universe on his Twitter account (@WWERawGM), the Executive Vice President of Talent Relations and Interim General Manager of Raw invited Ross to Mexico during WWE’s tour of the country.
At a taping of the Raw SuperShow in Mexico City on Saturday, Laurinaitis invited Ross to once again be a part of Raw.
But instead of saddling up at the announce desk, J.R. was put in a tag team match. The WWE Hall of Famer teamed with John Cena to take on WWE Champion Alberto Del Rio and his partner – and Ross nemesis – Michael Cole.
source: wwe.com
USA Network Will Air The WWE Tribute To The Troops Special On...
Tuesday, December 13th at 9:00pm EST.
Oderint Dum Metuant: Let Them Hate As Long As They Fear
