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Nothing is certain in professional wrestling. From unexpected returns to last-minute rewrites, plans can change at any moment. WWE fans have especially felt this for years with Vince McMahon at the helm, who almost two weeks ago returned to the board of directors and just days later was named executive chairman of the board. In the short time since his return, WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque has held numerous meetings with talent, stressing that he is still the CCO and firmly in control of their creative direction. But that doesn’t mean Mr. McMahon is silent. In a report from Ringside News, which was later confirmed by WON’s Dave Meltzer, the chairman of the board was around.
It was originally said that McMahon never returned to the office at all, but that is not the case. Not only that, but he was allegedly unhappy with certain departments after his return. However, in the first talent meeting held last Friday before “WWE SmackDown,” Levesque assured everyone that he is still the one making the creative decisions. However, he did mention a scenario where McMahon could suggest changes, or that the people he talks to for creative direction could suggest changes, but ultimately Levesque has the final say.
Meanwhile, uncertainty surrounding a potential sale remains, as do concerns among current talent. Just days after their last meeting, Levesque held another talent meeting before “WWE Raw” to repeat everything he said last Friday. Unless things settle down, it doesn’t look like these current concerns will dissipate overnight.
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