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[06/16/09 - 07:15 AM]
Trump Buys Raw(R)
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TRUMP BUYS RAW�
First Show Commercial Free
STAMFORD, CONN., June 16, 2009 � World Wrestling Entertainment� announced the sale of its ratings juggernaut, Monday Night RAW �, on USA Network to Donald Trump. The terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Commenting on the deal WWE� Chairman Vince McMahon stated, "This was an offer I couldn't refuse."
"The Monday Night RAW franchise has been one of the top cable franchises since its launch 17 years ago," said Donald Trump. "I'm going to do things on the show that have never been done or seen before. As my first act as owner, I am doing something unprecedented. I am giving back to the people who have been loyal all these years. For the first time in more than 838 episodes of RAW, next week's show will be live and commercial free."
Mr. Trump will be making his first live appearance as the new owner of the RAW franchise this Monday. The episode will run commercial-free on USA Network at 9:00 PM ET/8:00 PM CT.
"Donald Trump is one of the most entertaining personalities with one of the sharpest business minds of our time. He's always had the midas touch, which will only add to the level of excitement for the loyal fans of WWE Monday Night Raw," said Chris McCumber EVP Marketing, Digital and Brand Strategy for USA Network.
Log on to wwe.com for the latest news on the Trump purchase.
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