Jesse Ventura, former Minnesota governor and WWE legend, has claimed that President Donald Trump faked the assassination attempt against him in the summer of 2024. He also accused Trump of not truly earning his spot in the WWE Hall of Fame, suggesting it was a reward for helping cover up allegations against former WWE boss Vince McMahon.
According to The Daily Mail, Ventura, who hosted the TruTV series Conspiracy Theory with Jesse Ventura, spoke openly about the 2024 incident in Butler, Pennsylvania, where a shot grazed Trump’s ear. He stated in a recent interview that he believes Trump staged the shooting to make himself look like a hero.
When the interviewer pointed out that Trump stood back up and shouted “Fight, fight, fight,” Ventura responded by asking, “You ever hear of a blade job?” In wrestling, a “blade job” is when a performer intentionally cuts themselves to bleed during a match. Ventura then added, “I don’t know, where’s his scar today?” – referring to the fact that no visible scar or damage can be seen on Trump’s right ear now.
Trump’s WWE Hall of Fame induction may have been a political favor, not a wrestling achievement
The interviewer pushed back, noting that someone standing behind Trump actually died during the incident. Ventura remained unconvinced, saying, “Come on, you’re gonna tell me this guy [Trump] is a hero?” When the interviewer said yes, Ventura replied, “Well, then he accomplished what he wanted out of you guys.” Trump’s critics have long questioned his motives, and those interested in how Trump shapes judicial appointments may find that pattern familiar.
Ventura also made clear his disapproval of Trump’s WWE Hall of Fame induction, saying Trump “never earned it.” He connected the honor to Trump allegedly helping suppress a sexual harassment and assault complaint against Vince McMahon, the former head of WWE.
Ventura clarified that when he used to talk about a wrestler in the White House, he meant himself. “I was the former governor of Minnesota,” he said. “I’m the only real former wrestler.” He does not consider Trump a real former wrestler in that sense.
Ventura directly linked Trump’s Hall of Fame entry to Trump stopping “an investigation against Vince McMahon, sexual stuff.” This refers to a complaint filed against McMahon by former WWE employee Janel Grant, which included accusations of sexual assault and sex trafficking.
These comments come at a time when Trump’s foreign policy decisions are also under scrutiny, including who pushed Trump toward military action against Iran. The allegations against McMahon ultimately led to him stepping down from his role with the company.
Published: Mar 25, 2026 03:19 pm