Social media reacts to former WWE CEO’s appointment as US Secretary of Education

In a move that has sparked widespread debate, former WWE CEO and Small Business Administration head Linda McMahon has been appointed by President-elect Donald Trump as the next Secretary of Education.

While McMahon’s appointment garnered significant attention, it has also ignited a firestorm of criticism, with many questioning her qualifications for overseeing the nation’s educational system.

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Known for her tenure in the wrestling world and her leadership of WWE alongside her husband Vince McMahon, Linda McMahon’s entry into the realm of education has left many perplexed.

Social media reactions ranged from disbelief to humor, as critics argue that her background in professional wrestling does not align with the demands of running the Department of Education.

"Fun Fact: Linda McMahon will be the first Secretary of Education to survive a Stone Cold Stunner," joked one X user, referencing the infamous wrestling move popularized by WWE legend Steve Austin.

Fun Fact: Linda McMahon will be the first Secretary of Education to survive a Stone Cold Stunner. pic.twitter.com/L1Wu8ngnXc

— Brian Robinson, Ph.D (@MrBrianRobinson) November 20, 2024

Others have voiced frustration, with one person writing, "America is really full on idiocracy as Linda McMahon is the head of the Department of Education. A former Wrestling professional is teaching the kids." 

America is really full on Idiocracy as Linda McMahon is the head of Department of Education. A former Wrestling professional is teaching the kids. pic.twitter.com/AlouRuXziK

— Prentice Penny (FUX YO BLUE CHECK) (@The_A_Prentice) November 20, 2024

McMahon has no background in education or public policy, and her appointment has raised eyebrows among those who believe the position demands expertise in education reform, curriculum development, and child welfare.

Another more pointed response referenced her husband Vince McMahon, who has been under investigation for alleged sex trafficking. "Oh, Linda McMahon? Whose husband Vince happens to be under investigation for sex trafficking? Super cool government we got here."

oh, linda mcmahon? whose husband Vince happens to be under investigation for sex trafficking? super cool government we got here. https://t.co/4WxAaeC9oZ

— INTUITION (@ItsIntuition) November 19, 2024

Here are more online reactions:

School principals will now need MMA training instead of education degrees.  #TrumpIsAMadman #LindaMcMahon https://t.co/JgnYocFuAI

— Miguelito Loveless (@DrLiebknicht) November 20, 2024

Me trying to figure out how tf Linda McMahon is qualified to be Secretary of Education https://t.co/ND0TCGjVWz pic.twitter.com/3n8auzBNG3

—  (rachleahx) (@xrachaelxoxo) November 20, 2024

The Department of Education after four years with Linda McMahon as Secretary. pic.twitter.com/oeRAbG2Zgb

— Scott English (@iamscottenglish) November 20, 2024

Me looking for Linda McMahon's experience as an educator of any type: pic.twitter.com/NXlRiRHYIO

— Billy Schultz (@bschultzy) November 20, 2024

Fitting that Trump would appoint Linda McMahon to lead the Department of Education, since his goal is to reduce the intellectual level of Americans to that of the average adolescent wrestling fan -- or roughly his own.

— Jerry Sullivan (@ByJerrySullivan) November 20, 2024

Linda McMahon will decree that classroom conflicts be decided by cage matches & teacher requirements will include MMA training. Also teachers will be encouraged to adopt colorful classroom aliases to intimidate students. No readin’ or writin' taught anymore, just wrasslin'. https://t.co/HRdPD1yc6c

— Miguelito Loveless (@DrLiebknicht) November 20, 2024

As McMahon prepares to take on the role, the nation watches closely, waiting to see how her unique background and unorthodox appointment will shape the future of education in the U.S.