JD McDonagh has openly defended his surprising betrayal of Finn Balor during last night’s episode of Raw, where Balor was abruptly expelled from the Judgment Day faction. McDonagh, who once viewed Balor as a mentor, made it clear he does not regret turning against him, emphasizing that loyalty to the group is paramount.
Tensions Rise Within Judgment Day Leading to Balor’s Exit
Finn Balor’s departure from Judgment Day unfolded amid accusations of deceit and power struggles within the faction. McDonagh criticized Balor on social media for dishonesty and an inflated ego, accusing him of attempting to assume leadership in a way that clashed with the group’s principles. McDonagh wrote,
“You lied to all of us for months. You got an ego. You wanted to be the leader. You played games. That’s never been what the Judgment Day has been about. You used to know that. Judgment Day is my family and if anybody dares to try to step on any of them, you get stomped out.”
Balor’s Influence on McDonagh and Reaction From Other Members
Balor played a significant role in McDonagh’s early professional development, training him when he was just 16 and assisting his rise through WWE’s NXT to the main roster. Despite this close history, McDonagh’s remarks highlight a hard break in their relationship. Fellow Judgment Day member Damian Priest reacted to the unfolding changes by acknowledging the loss of key members, stating simply, “Sucks doesn’t it?” McDonagh replied to Priest’s comment with, “Ask Edge.” Liv Morgan, another wrestling figure, also engaged by responding to Priest with, “You would know.” These exchanges reveal the deepening divisions and complex loyalties within the faction.
What This Means for Judgment Day’s Future
The recent upheaval signals a significant shift for Judgment Day as it tries to redefine itself without one of its founding and influential members. McDonagh’s firm stance underscores a desire to protect and prioritize the faction’s identity over individual ambitions. Fans and insiders alike will be watching closely to see how these internal conflicts affect the group’s dynamics and whether further changes are likely as Judgment Day moves forward.
You lied to all of us for months. You got an ego. You wanted to be the leader. You played games. That's never been what the Judgment Day has been about. You used to know that.
Judgment Day is my family and if anybody dares to try to step on any of them, you get stomped out. pic.twitter.com/YeLmRUFL3r
— JD McDonagh (@jd_mcdonagh) March 10, 2026
Sucks doesn't it? ⚖️
— Damian Priest (@ArcherOfInfamy) March 10, 2026
Ask Edge. https://t.co/Kp5bcrWqB0
— JD McDonagh (@jd_mcdonagh) March 10, 2026
You would know 😉 https://t.co/OXL2F16SqE
— LIV Morgan (@YaOnlyLivvOnce) March 10, 2026
