Bret Hart Criticizes Vince McMahon Amid Ongoing Misconduct Lawsuit

WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart has strongly condemned Vince McMahon amid allegations of sexual misconduct, including sexual assault and sex trafficking, brought forward by former WWE employee Janel Grant. Speaking on The Rise Guys podcast, Hart described McMahon as having become a predator who used wrestling as a backdrop for his alleged abusive behavior, calling the situation inexcusable and shameful. Despite a complicated history, including the notorious 1997 Montreal Screwjob where McMahon double-crossed Hart, he expressed that too much money can corrupt a person, suggesting it turned McMahon into a bad individual. Hart also noted that since McMahon's departure, WWE has seen a more positive atmosphere and less tyranny. The lawsuit against McMahon and WWE remains ongoing, with former WWE executive John Laurinaitis having been dropped from the lawsuit after agreeing to cooperate. McMahon has denied all allegations but resigned from WWE in early 2024 following the public emergence of the lawsuit.