Ted DiBiase Jr., a former WWE wrestler, faced federal charges related to a Mississippi welfare fraud scandal. He was accused of using his companies to secure sham contracts that misappropriated millions in state and federal funds meant for needy families between 2016 and 2019.[1][4]
The charges included conspiracy, wire fraud, theft of federal funds, and money laundering, potentially carrying up to 45 years in prison.[1]
His trial occurred from January to March 2026, ending with an acquittal on all 13 counts on March 20, 2026.[3][6]
Sources
A new federal indictment says companies run by an ex-pro wrestler received “sham contracts” in Mississippi and misspent millions of dollars of welfare money.
www.10news.comA hearing was held this morning before Mississippi Southern District Court to insure that the current trial date for former WWE star Ted DiBiase Jr., 8/26, remains intact. DiBiase himself did not take part in the remote hearing. The trial will now be held before District Judge Carlton W. Reeves that date at 9 AM. … DiBiase Jr. was arrested in April 2023 on one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and to commit theft concerning programs receiving federal funds, six counts of wire fraud, two...
www.pwinsider.comA former WWE star is not likely to stand trial next month after his arrest.
wrestletalk.comTed DiBiase Jr. on TMZ, your go-to source for celebrity news, photos, & videos. Latest Story: Ex-WWE Wrestler Ted DiBiase Jr. Found Not Guilty In Fraud Case
www.tmz.comGet the latest WWE news on Ted DiBiase. Stay up to date with WWE player news, rumors, updates, analysis, social feeds, and more at FOX Sports.
www.foxsports.com