Janel Grant’s Legal Team Slams WWE Over Brock Lesnar’s Return

Brock Lesnar’s shocking return to WWE at SummerSlam 2025 has already sparked major headlines, but now it’s drawing a sharp reaction from the legal team representing Janel Grant in her ongoing lawsuit against WWE and Vince McMahon.

Lesnar closed out SummerSlam night two in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on August 3 with his first WWE appearance in over two years, attacking John Cena after Cody Rhodes’ main event victory. While the moment had fans in disbelief, it didn’t sit well with Grant’s camp, given that Lesnar is named in allegations in her lawsuit — though he is not a defendant.

Speaking to Ringside News, a spokesperson for Janel Grant criticized WWE for bringing Lesnar back while the lawsuit is still ongoing.

“For far too long, abuse was allowed to thrive under WWE’s leadership,” the spokesperson said. “Instead of righting this wrong, WWE has done nothing to ensure those responsible are held accountable. This attempt to sweep misconduct under the rug will backfire.”

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The statement went on to reference allegations involving Lesnar that are part of the case, reiterating that the facts will come out in court.

“We look forward to the full set of facts, including those about Mr. Lesnar, coming out in a court of law where they belong but, in the meantime, we refer you back to Janel Grant’s updated complaint, which outlines, in detail, the abuse she endured by McMahon and others while employed at WWE.”

Grant’s lawsuit names Lesnar in claims that she was allegedly offered to him “sexually” as part of a bid to get him to re-sign with WWE during Vince McMahon’s time in charge. Those allegations remain in the complaint and have not been withdrawn.

With Lesnar now back on WWE programming, this legal and PR battle could get even more intense in the weeks ahead.