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Michelle Chapman | AP

Misconduct investigation forces WWE’s Vince McMahon to step down as CEO

Vince McMahon is voluntarily stepping back from his roles as CEO and chairman at WWE as the sports entertainment company performs an investigation into alleged misconduct related to a relationship with a former employee. (Jessica Hill/AP)

Vince McMahon is stepping down as CEO and chairman of WWE during an investigation into alleged misconduct involving the longtime leader and public face of the organization.

McMahon will continue to oversee WWE’s creative content during the investigation, World Wrestling Entertainment said Friday, and named McMahon’s daughter, Stephanie, as interim CEO and chairwoman.

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