According to a new Wall Street Journal article, a former WWE employee is accusing Vince McMahon of sexual abuse and sex trafficking while he was CEO of the wrestling promotion. More on this breaking story, below.
Sex Trafficking & Abuse Accusations Against WWE’s Vince McMahon
As per the WSJ, Janel Grant, a former WWE employee, filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut, naming Vincent Kennedy McMahon and John Laurinaitis as defendants. The lawsuit alleges that McMahon sexually trafficked her to other men.
Plus, it claims Grant was used as a “pawn” to secure deals with potential wrestlers the WWE was trying to recruit. It alleges she was also used for both of the men’s own pleasure.
The lawsuit reportedly notes that Vince, Laurinaitis, and the WWE went against the Trafficking Victims Protection Act. It also claims intentional infliction of emotional distress and civil battery. This is because of the alleged years of emotional and sexual abuse Ms. Grant dealt with during her time with the WWE.
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As per the lawsuit, both Laurinaitis and Vince engaged in sexual trafficking and sexual abuse of Grant on WWE property and using WWE money. In addition, VKM reportedly used “sex toys” named after other WWE talent and staff repeatedly to sexually groom the victim for trafficking purposes towards those very same people.
The suit also claims that Vince would give Grant “empty work promotions” and gifts. Still, he would also reportedly threaten her livelihood and reputation, at the same time, if she refused to give in to his sexual demands.
The lawsuit alleges distribution of pornography of Grant’s “thousands” of sex acts with other WWE staff. This includes some who were strangers to her.
It also alleges that once Linda McMahon found out, Grant was quickly pressured into resigning. She was also “forced” to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA).
The suit claims Grant was told to do days before a massive financial deadline for the WWE. This was under the idea Vince would financially protect her, and her reputation by paying her $3 million.
The lawsuit also claims that VKM later refused to pay Grant. This was because he allegedly claimed she had leaked the story to the media.
Vince McMahon and the WWE have yet to comment on this newest claim. Stay tuned to WNZ as this story continues to develop.
