One Big Thing
Former WWE star Kane (Glenn Jacobs) responded to Minnesota Governor Tim Walz’s claims about beating MAGA supporters “in a WWE fight” with a mocking video on social media.
Why It Matters
This exchange highlights the growing intersection of professional wrestling and politics, with former WWE personalities increasingly engaging in political discourse.
Key Details
- Walz made his comments during an appearance on “This is Gavin Newsom”
- He claimed he could “kick most of their ass” referring to MAGA supporters
- Kane, now Mayor of Knox County, Tennessee, posted a video response mocking Walz
- Kane has shared multiple social media posts ridiculing Walz’s comments
Background
- Kane (Glenn Jacobs) is a WWE Hall of Famer and current politician
- He last appeared in WWE at SummerSlam 2022
- His final in-ring performance was at the 2021 Royal Rumble
- Jacobs has been a public supporter of Donald Trump
By The Numbers
- Kane’s political career began in 2018
- He has appeared in over 1,500 WWE matches
- His wrestling career spanned more than 25 years
What’s Next?
The incident adds to the growing list of political exchanges involving professional wrestlers, suggesting a continued blend of entertainment and political discourse.
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