Mick Foley Walks Away from WWE Over Trump Ties and Moral Stand
Right now, there’s a major story circulating in the wrestling world, and it involves one of its most respected legends. Mick Foley, a WWE Hall of Famer and one of the most beloved figures in professional wrestling history, has announced that he is stepping away from WWE because of the company’s continued ties to President Donald Trump. This decision has sent shockwaves through the fanbase, not because Foley is known for controversy, but because he is known for sincerity, compassion, and standing by his principles.
Foley, who is now 60, made his stance public through a deeply personal social media post. It was explained that concerns about WWE’s relationship with Trump had been building for months, but recent events pushed him to a breaking point. Foley cited what he described as “incredibly cruel” comments made by Trump following the death of filmmaker Rob Reiner as the final straw. According to Foley, those remarks reflected a lack of compassion that he could no longer ignore or indirectly support.
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It was revealed that Foley has already informed WWE’s talent relations department that he will not make any further appearances for the company as long as Trump remains in office. On top of that, he has made it clear that he will not renew his Legends contract when it expires in June. While this move effectively ends his formal relationship with WWE, it was emphasized that the decision was not made lightly or out of bitterness toward the company itself.
In his statement, Foley acknowledged his long and meaningful history with WWE. Gratitude was expressed for the opportunities he was given, the career he built, and the memories he shared with fans around the world. However, he stated plainly that he could no longer represent a company that, in his view, continues to align itself with someone he believes is leading the country in a dangerous direction. In a characteristically heartfelt way, Foley summed it up with a quote from Popeye, saying he had simply reached the point where he could take no more.
This situation also highlights WWE’s long-standing connections to Trump. Trump has been involved with WWE for decades, from sponsoring early WrestleMania events to participating in a high-profile match angle, and he was even inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. More recently, WWE executives have appeared at White House events, and Linda McMahon, a former WWE executive, currently serves in Trump’s administration.
For many fans, this moment feels bigger than wrestling. It’s being seen as a clear example of a public figure choosing personal values over professional convenience. Mick Foley’s legacy was built on enduring pain, sacrifice, and authenticity in the ring, and now, in a different way, that same authenticity is being shown outside of it.
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