The WWE Shop released new merchandise for United States Champion Trick Williams on Monday, featuring his trademark Lemon Pepper Steppers. However, images of the shirt also included lemon pepper wings surrounding Williams’ shoe, leading to backlash from fans online, with many claiming the design was racist.
Following the criticism, WWE made the decision to remove Williams’ new merchandise from its store by Tuesday morning.
So Trick Williams has new WWE merchandise. pic.twitter.com/PTWlYW3XAc
— Fightful (@Fightful) September 21, 2026
In 2019, there was a similar situation when A The racially-tinged shirt was created for former WWE star Jordan Miles. also known as ACH. Miles was furious about his merchandise and criticized WWE for releasing the shirt despite offering the company alternative design options. Shortly after he aired his frustrations with WWE, Miles left the promotion. Williams has not commented on the release of his new shirt from the WWE Shop at this time.
This past Friday on WWE SmackDown, Williams won his Money In The Bank qualifier defeating Randy Orton and Dragon Lee, and next month will mark his first appearance in the iconic ladder match. Along with Williams, Braun Breaker, Jevon Evans and Penta also qualified for Money In The Bank, with only two other spots available in the match.
Williams first won the United States Championship at WrestleMania 42 last April, but his first title run ended when he lost to Baron Corbin at SummerSlam. Earlier this month, Williams received a title shot against Corbin after his friend Lil Yachty survived 5 minutes in the ring with “The Nomad”, taking out the former NXT Champion. reclaim the gold in Sunday night’s main event.
