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Wrestlers Push for Union Amid Industry Control and Support

4/16/2026

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U.S. professional wrestlers face barriers to forming a union because they are classified as independent contractors.
WWE and AEW exert substantial control over wrestlers, limiting their ability to earn additional income.
Public support for unionization is around 70%.
Zelina Vega (WWE performer) was fired for maintaining an OnlyFans account.
CM Punk (wrestler) expressed skepticism about unionization, citing a lack of solidarity among wrestlers.

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Story summary

U.S. professional wrestlers face barriers to forming a union because they are classified as independent contractors.
WWE and AEW exert substantial control over wrestlers, limiting their ability to earn additional income.
Public support for unionization is around 70%.
Zelina Vega (WWE performer) was fired for maintaining an OnlyFans account.
CM Punk (wrestler) expressed skepticism about unionization, citing a lack of solidarity among wrestlers.