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{{short description|Professional wrestling stable}} {{Short description|Professional wrestling stable}}
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|image=Thecabinet.jpg | image = Thecabinet.jpg
|caption=Orlando Jordan and John "Bradshaw" Layfield | caption = Orlando Jordan (left) and John “Bradshaw” Layfield (right)
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| disbanded = {{End date and age|2006|05|26}}
|debut=August 12, 2004
⚫ | years_active = 2004–2006
|disbanded=May 26, 2006
⚫ |years_active = 2004-2006
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⚫ '''The Cabinet''' was a ] ] that was part of ]'s (WWE) ] ]. It was created by ] (JBL) shortly after he won the ] at ] in 2004.


⚫ '''The Cabinet''' was a ] ] in ] on the ] brand from 2004 to 2006. Led by ], the group portrayed a presidential-style cabinet, with members holding titles mirroring those of U.S. government officials. The stable was formed shortly after JBL won the ] at ] in 2004 with the aim of protecting JBL's interests as the WWE Champion.
The future of the Cabinet seemed to be in doubt in mid-2005 after the firing of ] and the resignation of the Basham Brothers (who were then split in the ]). The stable had dwindled down to just JBL and Orlando Jordan. With both men seemingly concentrating on their own singles careers, it seemed like the end of the Cabinet, but on the September 16, 2005 edition of ''SmackDown!'', after JBL lost to ], he hired ] ] in order to fix his career. Though seemingly adding a ] to the stable, there was no mention of the Cabinet until December 9, 2005, when Jordan assisted JBL in a match. This led to ] ] announcing that JBL and Jordan would team up for a match at the end of the night.


⚫ == History ==
The return of the Cabinet was later fueled when Hall accompanied Jordan to the ring for a match taped for '']'' on December 16. Hall was fired by JBL, Jordan was released from WWE, and JBL retired from (and subsequently returned to) professional wrestling, but has then retired fully.

=== Formation and dominance (2004–2005) ===

In mid-2004, following his victory for the WWE Championship, John “Bradshaw” Layfield introduced The Cabinet as his entourage to solidify his status as champion.<ref>{{cite web |title=The Cabinet Profile |url=http://www.onlineworldofwrestling.com/profile/cabinet/ |publisher=Online World of Wrestling |accessdate=October 1, 2023}}</ref> The initial members included ] as his “Chief of Staff” and ] as his “Image Consultant.”<ref>{{cite web |title=JBL’s Cabinet |url=https://slamwrestling.net/index.php/2005/01/13/jbls-cabinet/ |publisher=] |accessdate=October 1, 2023}}</ref>] (Doug and Danny Basham) would later join as the “Co-Secretaries of Defense".

Throughout late 2004 and early 2005, The Cabinet assisted JBL in retaining the WWE Championship against various challengers, including ], ], ], ] and ].<ref>{{cite web |title=John "Bradshaw" Layfield’s WWE Championship reign |url=https://www.wwe.com/titlehistory/wwe-championship/330094 |publisher=WWE |accessdate=October 1, 2023}}</ref> Their frequent interference (along with that of ] and Kurt Angle's proteges ] and ]) contributed to JBL's nine-month title reign, which was the longest of the decade until it was later surpassed by ], who ended JBL's reign.

In addition to the WWE Championship, the Cabinet also secured the WWE US Championship (Orlando Jordan) and WWE Tag Team Championship (The Basham Brothers) belts during this time (the Bashams later lost their championships to the team of Eddie Guerrero and ] while Orlando Jordan retained his championship until Summerslam 2005 when he submitted to ] in a record 25.5 seconds).

=== Membership changes and decline (2005–2006) ===

In early 2005, Amy Weber departed from WWE, with her exit explained on-screen by JBL firing her after a series of mishaps.<ref>{{cite web |title=Amy Weber quits WWE |url=https://www.wrestlinginc.com/news/2005/02/amy-weber-quits-wwe-491623/ |publisher=Wrestling Inc. |date=February 10, 2005 |accessdate=October 1, 2023}}</ref> The Basham Brothers grew dissatisfied with their lack of recognition and left The Cabinet on the June 16 episode of ‘‘SmackDown!’’<ref>{{cite web |title=SmackDown Results – June 16, 2005 |url=https://www.wwe.com/shows/smackdown/archive/06162005/ |publisher=WWE |accessdate=October 1, 2023}}</ref> They were later split during the ].

After losing the WWE Championship at ], JBL attempted to revitalize his career by hiring ] as his “Fixer” and publicist in September 2005.<ref>{{cite web |title=SmackDown Results – September 16, 2005 |url=https://www.wwe.com/shows/smackdown/archive/09162005/ |publisher=WWE |accessdate=October 1, 2023}}</ref> Despite this addition, The Cabinet's presence dwindled. Orlando Jordan quietly separated from JBL after losing the United States Championship and was released from WWE in May 2006.<ref>{{cite web |title=Orlando Jordan released |url=https://www.wwe.com/inside/news/archive/orlandojordanreleased |publisher=WWE |date=May 26, 2006 |accessdate=October 1, 2023}}</ref> JBL transitioned to a commentator role before temporarily retiring from in-ring competition, effectively disbanding The Cabinet.


== Members == == Members ==
The group was organized like a ]. The trademark of the group was the "Longhorn" pose, where each member raised their arms at an angle and positioned their hands flat resembling JBL's Texas longhorn symbol.


The Cabinet was structured to resemble a political cabinet, with each member holding a specific title:
* ''President''/''Leader'' – ]. * '''President/Leader''': ]
* ''Image Consultant'' – ]; left WWE, but was fired on-screen (]) by JBL.
* '''Chief of Staff''': ]
⚫ * ''Co-Secretaries of Defense'' – ] (] and ]); quit on the June 16, 2005 episode of ''SmackDown!''.
* '''Image Consultant''': ] (departed in February 2005)
* ''Chief of Staff'' – ]; quietly stopped appearing with JBL after losing the United States Championship.
⚫ * '''Co-Secretaries of Defense''': ] (Doug and Danny Basham; left the group in June 2005)
* ''Publicist''/''Fixer'' – ]; fired. * '''Publicist/Fixer''': ] (joined in September 2005)


The group's signature gesture was the “Longhorn” pose, where members raised their arms horizontally at a 45° angle with hands flat, a symbolic representation of JBL's Texas longhorn logo.
⚫ == Titles ==
] won the WWE Championship at ], and kept it until ]. During this time, he set up The Cabinet. This reign lasted nine months, and consequently JBL was the longest-reigning WWE Champion of the decade, a reign which was broken by ]. JBL defeated many established main event stars during his reign, including ], ], ], and ].


=== Timeline ===
] won the ], after picking up a controversial win over former champion ] on March 3, 2005. This was his first title reign of any kind since his debut. Jordan and JBL later destroyed Cena's "Spinner" belt.
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While Co-Secretaries of Defense, the ] picked up their second reign as WWE Tag Team Champions on the January 13 edition of ''SmackDown'', when they eliminated ] and ] in a fatal four-way elimination match that also included the teams of ] and ], and ] and ].
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== Championships and accomplishments == == Championships and accomplishments ==
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** PWI ranked John "Bradshaw" Layfield No. 5 of the 500 best singles wrestlers in the ] in 2005<ref>{{cite web|url=http://profightdb.com/pwi-500/2005.html|title=Pro Wrestling Illustrated (PWI) 500 for 2005|publisher=The Internet Wrestling Database|accessdate=January 21, 2015}}</ref> ** PWI ranked John "Bradshaw" Layfield No. 5 of the 500 best singles wrestlers in the ] in 2005<ref>{{cite web|url=http://profightdb.com/pwi-500/2005.html|title=Pro Wrestling Illustrated (PWI) 500 for 2005|publisher=The Internet Wrestling Database|accessdate=January 21, 2015}}</ref>
* ''']''' * ''']'''
** ] (])<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wwe.com/inside/titlehistory/wwechampionship/|title=WWE Championship official title history|publisher=WWE|accessdate=May 1, 2008}}</ref> – ] ** ] (])<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wwe.com/inside/titlehistory/wwechampionship/|title=WWE Championship official title history|publisher=WWE|accessdate=May 1, 2008}}</ref> – ]
** ] (])<ref name="UStitle">{{cite web|url= http://www.wwe.com/inside/titlehistory/unitedstates/|title=WWE United States Championship official title history|publisher=WWE| accessdate=May 1, 2008}}</ref> – ] (1) ** ] (])<ref name="UStitle">{{cite web|url= http://www.wwe.com/inside/titlehistory/unitedstates/|title=WWE United States Championship official title history|publisher=WWE| accessdate=May 1, 2008}}</ref> – ] (1)
** ] (])<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wwe.com/classics/titlehistory/wwetag/330156|title=History of the WWE Tag Team Championship: Basham Brothers|accessdate=November 23, 2014|publisher=WWE}}</ref> – ] ** ] (])<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wwe.com/classics/titlehistory/wwetag/330156|title=History of the WWE Tag Team Championship: Basham Brothers|accessdate=November 23, 2014|publisher=WWE}}</ref> – ]
* ''''']''''' * ''''']'''''
** ] (2004)<ref name=WONAwards>{{cite journal|last=Meltzer|first=Dave|authorlink=Dave Meltzer|date=January 26, 2011|title=Biggest issue of the year: The 2011 Wrestling Observer Newsletter Awards Issue|periodical=]|publication-place=Campbell, CA|pages=1–40|issn=1083-9593}}</ref> – John "Bradshaw" Layfield ** ] (2004)<ref name=WONAwards>{{cite journal|last=Meltzer|first=Dave|authorlink=Dave Meltzer|date=January 26, 2011|title=Biggest issue of the year: The 2011 Wrestling Observer Newsletter Awards Issue|periodical=]|publication-place=Campbell, CA|pages=1–40|issn=1083-9593}}</ref> – John "Bradshaw" Layfield


== References == == References ==

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Professional wrestling stable Professional wrestling team
The Cabinet
Orlando Jordan (left) and John “Bradshaw” Layfield (right)
Statistics
Former
member(s)		John “Bradshaw” Layfield
Orlando Jordan
Amy Weber
Doug Basham
Danny Basham
Jillian Hall
DebutAugust 12, 2004; 20 years ago (2004-08-12)
DisbandedMay 26, 2006; 18 years ago (2006-05-26)
Years active2004–2006

The Cabinet was a professional wrestling stable in WWE on the SmackDown! brand from 2004 to 2006. Led by John “Bradshaw” Layfield, the group portrayed a presidential-style cabinet, with members holding titles mirroring those of U.S. government officials. The stable was formed shortly after JBL won the WWE Championship at The Great American Bash in 2004 with the aim of protecting JBL's interests as the WWE Champion.

History

Formation and dominance (2004–2005)

In mid-2004, following his victory for the WWE Championship, John “Bradshaw” Layfield introduced The Cabinet as his entourage to solidify his status as champion. The initial members included Orlando Jordan as his “Chief of Staff” and Amy Weber as his “Image Consultant.”The Basham Brothers (Doug and Danny Basham) would later join as the “Co-Secretaries of Defense".

Throughout late 2004 and early 2005, The Cabinet assisted JBL in retaining the WWE Championship against various challengers, including Eddie Guerrero, The Undertaker, Booker T, Kurt Angle and Big Show. Their frequent interference (along with that of Heidenriech and Kurt Angle's proteges Mark Jinjrak and Luther Reigns) contributed to JBL's nine-month title reign, which was the longest of the decade until it was later surpassed by John Cena, who ended JBL's reign.

In addition to the WWE Championship, the Cabinet also secured the WWE US Championship (Orlando Jordan) and WWE Tag Team Championship (The Basham Brothers) belts during this time (the Bashams later lost their championships to the team of Eddie Guerrero and Rey Mysterio while Orlando Jordan retained his championship until Summerslam 2005 when he submitted to Chris Benoit in a record 25.5 seconds).

Membership changes and decline (2005–2006)

In early 2005, Amy Weber departed from WWE, with her exit explained on-screen by JBL firing her after a series of mishaps. The Basham Brothers grew dissatisfied with their lack of recognition and left The Cabinet on the June 16 episode of ‘‘SmackDown!’’ They were later split during the 2005 WWE draft lottery.

After losing the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 21, JBL attempted to revitalize his career by hiring Jillian Hall as his “Fixer” and publicist in September 2005. Despite this addition, The Cabinet's presence dwindled. Orlando Jordan quietly separated from JBL after losing the United States Championship and was released from WWE in May 2006. JBL transitioned to a commentator role before temporarily retiring from in-ring competition, effectively disbanding The Cabinet.

Members

The Cabinet was structured to resemble a political cabinet, with each member holding a specific title:

The group's signature gesture was the “Longhorn” pose, where members raised their arms horizontally at a 45° angle with hands flat, a symbolic representation of JBL's Texas longhorn logo.

Timeline

Championships and accomplishments

References

  1. "The Cabinet Profile". Online World of Wrestling. Retrieved October 1, 2023.
  2. "JBL's Cabinet". Slam! Sports. Retrieved October 1, 2023.
  3. "John "Bradshaw" Layfield's WWE Championship reign". WWE. Retrieved October 1, 2023.
  4. "Amy Weber quits WWE". Wrestling Inc. February 10, 2005. Retrieved October 1, 2023.
  5. "SmackDown Results – June 16, 2005". WWE. Retrieved October 1, 2023.
  6. "SmackDown Results – September 16, 2005". WWE. Retrieved October 1, 2023.
  7. "Orlando Jordan released". WWE. May 26, 2006. Retrieved October 1, 2023.
  8. "Pro Wrestling Illustrated (PWI) 500 for 2005". The Internet Wrestling Database. Retrieved January 21, 2015.
  9. "WWE Championship official title history". WWE. Retrieved May 1, 2008.
  10. "WWE United States Championship official title history". WWE. Retrieved May 1, 2008.
  11. "History of the WWE Tag Team Championship: Basham Brothers". WWE. Retrieved November 23, 2014.
  12. Meltzer, Dave (January 26, 2011). "Biggest issue of the year: The 2011 Wrestling Observer Newsletter Awards Issue". Wrestling Observer Newsletter. Campbell, CA: 1–40. ISSN 1083-9593.
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