TKO Group Holdings brought a deep cloud of gloom over the phenomenal WWE product for the past two days. A giant TV deal worth 1.4 billion dollars came as a silver lining to the vortex of bad news. The revamped business model of the new unified company saw a massive roster cut. Starting with Mustafa Ali’s controversial release on Thursday, it continues to hit the roster. Alongside Aliyah, Riddick Moss, Elias, and Dolph Ziggler, former United States Champion Shelton Benjamin, has been part of the casualties.

Their helpless situation sent a wake-up call even to the world outside WWE. While fans and peers poured their support and love into those uprooted talent, a prominent political figure Jamie Harrison hailed his contributions.

Shelton Benjamin’s shocking WWE release results in praise from prominent Democratic Party leader, Jamie Harrison

With the recent firing announcement on Twitter, the 48-year-old wrapped up his WWE stint for the second time. He came back to the company in 2017 after parting ways in 2010.

Throughout these two separate WWE runs, Benjamin had scored remarkable success in his craft. The Gold Standard acquired the United States Championship once, the Intercontinental Championship three times, and the “Raw” Tag Team Championships thrice.

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His most recent memorable segment involved The Hurt Business, Alexander, Bobby Lashley, and MVP. The star last time appeared in a televised match on the June 19th episode of March.

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After finally signing off, he got the eyeballs of the leader of the National Democratic Party, Jamie Harrison. The politician paid heartfelt respect to Benjamin. He wrote over Twitter, ”Hey brother… just know your hometown/home state folks are forever proud of you!”

It definitely came as a reassurance against Benjamin’s current adverse condition. However, can you recall how Shelton Benjamin’s initial stint with WWE reached a storied end? Here’s a quick flashback.

How did Shelton Benjamin’s first WWE stint come to an end?

Starting from the development brand in 2000, Benjamin’s first association with the Stamford-based company lasted not more than 10 years. The former Raw Champion noted that he was very frustrated with how WWE treated him. He felt he was in a constant race to prove himself over and over. Although the firing decision solely came from the company higher-ups. However, he later realized it was a blessing in disguise.

Due to the release, he had more time to spend with his family members and to care for his own well-being. Also, his shoulder injury promoted him to such a stage to never came back until 2017.

Now, we hope this departure will also bring new flowers for the wrestler for the time to come.

What’s your take on Shelton Benjamin getting esteemed by the Nation Democratic Party Chairperson, Jamie Harrison? Sound off in the comments.

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