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politics1 year ago

Judge Halts Sexual Abuse Lawsuit Against Trump Education Secretary Pick Linda McMahon

A judge has paused a lawsuit against Linda McMahon, Trump's Education Secretary pick, and World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), over allegations of failing to act on child sexual abuse by a ringside announcer in the 1980s. The case is on hold pending a Maryland Supreme Court ruling on a law lifting the statute of limitations for such lawsuits. The lawsuit claims McMahon and WWE were negligent in protecting minors from abuse by Melvin Phillips Jr., a former WWE announcer. McMahon denies the allegations, and WWE plans to challenge the law if the case proceeds.

via CNN|
#lawsuit#linda-mcmahon#maryland-supreme-court
politics1 year ago

Controversy Surrounds Trump's Education Secretary Nominee Linda McMahon

President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education has sparked debate due to her limited experience in the field and Trump's controversial plans to dismantle the Department of Education. Critics, including Sen. Tina Smith and NEA President Becky Pringle, argue that eliminating the department would harm vulnerable students by cutting essential federal funding and services. McMahon's loyalty to Trump is noted, but her confirmation will require careful vetting to address concerns about the future of national education policies.

via Star Tribune|
#department-of-education#education#federal-funding
politics1 year ago

Linda McMahon's WWE Past Sparks Debate Over Education Secretary Role

Linda McMahon, former CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), faced criticism for her nomination as Secretary of Education by President-elect Donald Trump due to her lack of educational experience and WWE's controversial history. Despite her business acumen and past political contributions to Trump, her appointment raised concerns about her suitability for the role, given WWE's past promotion of violence and sexualized content. McMahon's political ties and financial support for Trump have been significant, but her educational credentials remain questioned.

via The Seattle Times|
#controversy#donald-trump#education
entertainment1 year ago

Controversy Surrounds Linda McMahon's Education Role Nomination

WWE Hall of Famer Kevin Nash commented on Linda McMahon's appointment as Secretary of Education by President-elect Donald Trump, highlighting her passion for education. McMahon, former WWE CEO and head of the Small Business Administration, has a history in education, having served on the Connecticut State Board of Education. Nash believes McMahon's new role aligns with her interests and will benefit her grandchildren's education.

via Wrestling Inc.|
#donald-trump#education#entertainment
politics1 year ago

Linda McMahon's Controversial Past Surfaces Amid Trump Cabinet Appointment

Linda McMahon, former CEO of WWE and Trump's pick for Education Secretary, is facing a lawsuit alleging she enabled the sexual exploitation of children by a WWE employee, Melvin Phillips Jr., in the 1980s. The lawsuit claims McMahon and her husband, Vince, were aware of Phillips' actions but failed to protect the victims. McMahon denies the allegations, calling them false. The lawsuit was filed under Maryland's Child Victims Act, which allows for civil suits in cases of child sexual abuse without a statute of limitations.

via CNN|
#lawsuit#linda-mcmahon#politics
politics1 year ago

Controversy Surrounds Linda McMahon's Education Secretary Nomination Amid WWE Past and Legal Issues

Donald Trump has nominated Linda McMahon, a billionaire donor with limited education policy experience, as his pick for Education Secretary, drawing comparisons to Betsy DeVos. McMahon, who previously led the Small Business Administration, is expected to support school choice and roll back Biden-era student debt policies. While she has not publicly addressed controversial culture war issues, her affiliation with the America First Policy Institute suggests a conservative agenda. Her nomination is likely to pass the Senate easily, despite some concerns over her past involvement with World Wrestling Entertainment.

via POLITICO|
#betsy-devos#education#linda-mcmahon
politics1 year ago

Controversy Surrounds Linda McMahon's Nomination as Education Secretary

Chicago Public Schools students express mixed reactions to President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of Linda McMahon as Education Secretary, amid concerns over potential deportations and changes to education policy. McMahon, a former wrestling executive, supports school choice and aims to decentralize federal education control, aligning with Trump's vision. This has sparked debate among students and educators, particularly regarding the impact on immigrant families and public school funding. The Chicago Teachers Union faces challenges in contract negotiations, emphasizing the need to protect community schools and support for vulnerable students.

via Chicago Tribune|
#chicago-public-schools#donald-trump#education-policy
politics1 year ago

Linda McMahon's Controversial Nomination as Trump's Education Secretary

Linda McMahon, co-founder of WWE and former head of the U.S. Small Business Administration, has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump as Secretary of Education. Her nomination has sparked controversy due to her limited educational background and her support for school choice and charter schools. Critics, including the National Education Association, argue that her appointment could undermine public education. Additionally, McMahon and her husband face allegations related to fostering a culture of sexual abuse at WWE, which she denies. McMahon has expressed her commitment to improving the educational system if confirmed.

via ABC News|
#education-policy#linda-mcmahon#politics
politics1 year ago

Linda McMahon's Controversial Education Secretary Nomination Sparks Debate

Linda McMahon, Trump's education secretary nominee, faced scrutiny over a false claim of holding an education degree, leading to her resignation from Connecticut's state board of education in 2010. The controversy resurfaced amid her nomination, alongside allegations of sex abuse involving her husband Vince McMahon and WWE, which both McMahons deny. Trump's team dismissed the degree issue as a resolved mistake and criticized the attacks as politically motivated.

via The Daily Beast|
#controversy#education-degree#linda-mcmahon
politics1 year ago

Trump Taps Ex-WWE CEO Linda McMahon for Education Secretary Role

Donald Trump has nominated Linda McMahon, co-founder of WWE and former head of the Small Business Administration, as Education Secretary, despite his previous statements about potentially shutting down the Department of Education. McMahon, who has a longstanding relationship with Trump, is expected to bring her leadership experience to the role. This nomination follows other controversial picks by Trump, including Mehmet Oz for a healthcare position and Elon Musk for a new government efficiency department.

via Deadline|
#cabinet-nomination#donald-trump#education-secretary
entertainment1 year ago

Linda and Vince McMahon's Separation Amid Scandal and Drama

Vince and Linda McMahon have confirmed their separation, although they remain legally married. This news comes amid Linda's nomination by President-elect Donald Trump for U.S. Secretary of Education and follows years of speculation about their relationship. The separation is also set against the backdrop of legal controversies involving Vince, WWE, and allegations of sexual misconduct. The couple, married since 1966, have reportedly been living apart for years.

via WhatCulture|
#entertainment#lawsuit#linda-mcmahon