The WWE Universe was left stunned this past weekend when Carlito revealed he is being released by the company. WWE is choosing not to renew Carlito’s deal when it expires in a couple of weeks, leaving The Judgment Day down a member.
The WWE veteran has been a fun part of the group, bringing energy and entertainment, especially in backstage segments. But when one door closes, another opens, and this gives WWE a chance to make changes to The Judgment Day moving forward.
Here’s a look at some directions WWE could go with The Judgment Day following Carlito’s release.
The Judgment Day Recruits a New Member
Carlito’s exit opens up a clear direction for The Judgment Day: bring in someone new. While Carlito wasn’t the most dominant member, he added value in numbers, which matters for any faction.
He brought humor and often took losses to protect others in the group. Bringing in a new member would benefit whoever joins while keeping the faction fresh and involved in key storylines.
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— WWE (@WWE) May 27, 2025
This also ties into the current dynamic within the group. Finn Bálor has been more rebellious lately, especially by trying to recruit someone like Roxanne Perez. That’s caused tension already, and adding a new member could push things even further.
Raquel Rodriguez Shows Her Angry Side
Raquel Rodriguez had been closest to Carlito. WWE had even been teasing a romantic angle between the two, hinting that Carlito wanted to take her out on a date.
At the time, she didn’t seem too interested, but WWE could now flip the script and show she was more invested than it appeared. His exit might trigger a shift in her personality and tone.
This would be a great moment for Rodriguez to show her aggressive side again. With growing tension between her and Liv Morgan becoming a possibility because of Perez, Rodriguez has plenty of reasons to snap. Whether she turns on Morgan, goes after Perez, or just reminds everyone how powerful she is, Carlito’s departure might bring out a meaner version.
Increasing the Existing Tension Within The Judgment Day
Carlito leaving might not take The Judgment Day in a brand-new direction, but it could turn up the volume on their current drama. There’s already tension between Bálor and Morgan, and Rodriguez is now caught in the middle.
Carlito’s release could be the thing that breaks them. WWE might even use it as a plot point, blaming one of the members for getting him fired.
That angle would spark real heat. Or maybe they all turn on each other, pointing fingers and letting things explode. Either way, Carlito’s exit could still carry meaning by pushing the faction closer to a breaking point — and leaving his mark on the group.