Brock Lesnar lawsuit, explained: Why his WWE 'comeback' is controversial
But that surprise appearance brought along some controversy with it, which ignited the moment he set foot into the ring at MetLife Stadium. We're here to explain all that as wrestling fans everywhere are buzzing about what they saw on Sunday night.
Let's dive into why Brock Lesnar's comeback dredged up some controversy with it:
What is the lawsuit that Brock Lesnar is allegedly involved in?
Per USA TODAY Sports:
In January 2024, former WWE employee Janel Grant sued [Vince] McMahon, alleging the wrestling company's founder took part in sex trafficking and put her through sexual acts that were done with "extreme cruelty and degradation." Lesnar is mentioned in the lawsuit as someone that McMahon offered sexual encounters to with Grant.
Were there any other details about Brock Lesnar in the Vince McMahon lawsuit?
Just this, per ESPN, Grant also claimed "McMahon demanded she create 'personalized sexual content' for Lesnar in July 2021, at a time McMahon was attempting to keep Lesnar under contract with the WWE."
Is Brock Lesnar being sued?
No. This is the federal lawsuit against McMahon and the WWE. But his name appears in there as you can see.
What has Brock Lesnar said about the lawsuit and allegations?
Nothing officially yet.
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