Led by John “Bradshaw” Layfield, the group portrayed a presidential-style cabinet, with members holding titles mirroring those of U.S. government officials.

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.

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.

[4] The Basham Brothers grew dissatisfied with their lack of recognition and left The Cabinet on the June 16 episode of ‘‘SmackDown!’’[5] 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.