Linda McMahon has continued to be one of the most influential financial and strategic supporters of Donald Trump over the years. McMahon, who played a pivotal role in shaping WWE’s legacy, has seamlessly transitioned her expertise from wrestling to the world of politics and business, becoming an integral part of Trump’s political sphere.
According to WrestleNomics, McMahon contributed a significant $10 million to the Make America Great Again Inc. political action committee in 2024 alone. This comes as part of her extensive support for Trump’s campaigns, which included major financial contributions in 2016, 2020, and now 2024, as well as other donations to PACs backing Republican initiatives.
McMahon’s close association with Trump didn’t stop at campaign contributions. Following Trump’s 2016 election victory, McMahon was appointed as the head of the Small Business Administration, serving from 2017 to early 2019. After stepping down, she maintained her political clout by chairing the pro-Trump America First Action super PAC and helping drive substantial financial backing for his campaigns. As co-leader of the America First Policy Institute, McMahon has played a crucial role in pushing forward policies aligned with Trump’s platform.
Her influence stretches into Trump’s business ventures, as she currently holds a position on the Board of Directors for Truth Social, the social media platform launched by Trump. In a significant nod to her political acumen and trust within Trump’s inner circle, McMahon now co-chairs the President-elect’s 2025 White House transition team alongside Howard Lutnick.
McMahon’s political journey began after she stepped down from her leadership role in WWE in 2009 to pursue politics, running for U.S. Senate in Connecticut twice. Though her bids were unsuccessful, they set the stage for her continued involvement in Republican politics and her unwavering support for Trump’s agenda.
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