John Cena is set to compete in his last WWE match on December 13 during Saturday Night’s Main Event at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. The announcement of this John Cena WWE retirement match sparked speculation that former U.S. President Donald Trump might make an appearance at the event due to its location and his past involvement with WWE.
Eric Bischoff, a WWE Hall of Famer, responded to the possibility of Trump attending on his 83 Weeks podcast, expressing enthusiasm for the idea.
Eric Bischoff Welcomes the Idea of Trump at Cena’s Farewell
Bischoff acknowledged the divisive nature of politics but emphasized that the potential presence of Donald Trump at Cena’s retirement match would be a memorable moment for the WWE community. He pointed out how politics has fractured relationships but expressed his personal disinterest in the political chaos surrounding Trump.
“I hope so. I hope that that’s the case. I think it would be very, very cool. Look, politics aside because I know people are just bats**t crazy now, and families are splitting over this. Friendships dissolve because of politics. I’m just not into it at that level. I don’t get it. It’s bizarre mental behavior for me to watch and listen to.”
—Eric Bischoff, WWE Hall of Famer
Historically, Trump has had a notable connection to WWE, having hosted WrestleMania 4 and WrestleMania 5 at his Trump Plaza in 1988 and 1989. He was also inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame’s Celebrity Wing in 2013, further cementing his ties to the wrestling world.
Bischoff Highlights John Cena as the Embodiment of American Wrestling
Eric Bischoff emphasized John Cena’s role as a symbol of American wrestling throughout his career. Cena’s efforts to elevate the United States Championship, including his widely recognized Open Challenges during his title reign, showcased his representation of American pride.
“John Cena’s kinda like apple pie to me, man. He’s America. This is an American sport. Professional wrestling, as we know it, yes, it exists all over the world, but it is inherently an American genre that was created here and grew here and influenced everyone else around the world. This unique sports entertainment style of wrestling. And I think John, as much as anybody, represents America, so I hope so, and I hope President Trump gets involved.”
—Eric Bischoff, WWE Hall of Famer
Bischoff’s perspective positions Cena not only as a wrestling icon but also as a cultural figure connected to the identity of professional wrestling as an American tradition.
Upcoming Matches and Future Events
Following his announced retirement match on December 13, John Cena will face Brock Lesnar at Wrestlepalooza on September 20, continuing his in-ring career for a few more months. The December bout will mark a significant milestone and draw attention from fans and notable figures alike due to its finality and Cena’s impact on WWE.
Given the event‘s importance and history, the potential attendance of Donald Trump could add a layer of significance, bridging past WWE moments with the present.
