Brody King‘s recent ascent in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) has garnered widespread attention, not only for his impressive in-ring performances but also for his outspoken anti-ICE stance. His feud with MJF during the Feb. 4 edition of AEW Dynamite ignited passionate “F–k ICE” chants from the crowd. King’s political message, displayed on his “Abolish ICE” t-shirt worn during his matches, has propelled his profile beyond wrestling circles and into the national spotlight.
Fan Reaction and Viral Moment During AEW Dynamite
The opening of King’s Eliminator match against MJF was marked by loud fan chants opposing ICE, triggered by King’s visible protest via his shirt. This moment quickly spread across social media and attracted national media coverage. King’s victory over MJF on that night secured him a title opportunity at AEW’s Grand Slam Australia event on Feb. 14, where the same provocative chants echoed once again from the live audience, affirming the fans’ strong connection to King’s message.
PCO Reflects on King’s Political Message and Wrestling Skills
PCO, who has a close history with King from their time together in Villain Enterprises alongside Marty Scurll in Ring of Honor, shared his thoughts about King’s heightened profile due to his political views. While uncertain if the political angle truly benefits or hinders King, PCO emphasized the importance of talent and skills over politics in sustaining a wrestling career.
“I don’t know if it’s good or bad to raise your status with politics. I think it could work both ways. It could help, but it could also be a flaw or something that when everything turns around, it turns against you. It could be good for you, but it can turn against you. I think you should rely mostly on your skills and talent, which he’s got a lot of them.
So, I don’t think he needs any politics, but he’s a guy that has some issues at heart and I know him very well personally. We’ve been on the road for three years, me, him, and Marty (Scurll). So, yeah, he was also looking for… not so hard I would say, but he wanted to break out as a talent. He didn’t want to be a third wheel or a second wheel all the time. He wanted to have his time in the shine.”
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Support and Recognition from PCO for King’s AEW Push
PCO expressed genuine happiness regarding King’s recent rise within AEW’s competitive landscape. He also acknowledged MJF, King’s rival, as a familiar adversary from various independent wrestling circuits and promotions such as MLW and Beyond Wrestling.
“I’m so happy for him that he’s getting that,”
PCO said about King’s AEW push.
You know, I’ve watched the match over in Australia against MJF and that’s another guy I’ve wrestled many times on the indie circuit and in MLW, and Beyond Wrestling, in a bunch of places. St. Louis. Missouri, but I’m glad for them.”
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Accessing More Insights from PCO’s Interview and Current Appearances
PCO’s detailed interview, in which he discusses his extensive wrestling career including stints in WWE, TNA, ROH, and his latest match at JCW Lunacy, is available through PWTorch VIP membership on Radican Worldwide with Sean Radican. Fans can also watch PCO’s current matches on JCW Lunacy, with new episodes posted weekly on the Psychopathic Records YouTube channel.
Implications of King’s Rise and Political Expression in AEW
Brody King’s rapid rise in AEW and the accompanying political expression suggest a new dimension in professional wrestling where athletic ability and personal beliefs intersect in the public eye. His success, amplified by vocal fan support, may influence how wrestlers balance their in-ring performances with their off-ring identities. The reactions to King’s stance and matches at large events like Grand Slam will likely continue shaping his trajectory in AEW and beyond.
