It has been announced that WWE RAW will be permanently moving to three hours.

This will begin with the July 23rd edition of the broadcast, which will also be the 1000th episode of RAW. 

Below is the article from WWE.com:

"NEW YORK – At a USA Network season premiere event in New York City, John Cena revealed on Twitter that Monday Night Raw will expand to a three-hour show, starting with the 1,000th episode on July 23 at 8/7 CT on USA Network.

'WWE is proud to celebrate this historic milestone with our partners at USA Network,' WWE Chairman and CEO Vince McMahon said. “'Our new three-hour Raw represents the next generation in interactive television where our fans won’t just watch the show, they will help create it.'

Starting with the historic 1,000th episode of Raw on July 23, The WWE Universe will have new ways to get involved in the show through WWE.com and social media by deciding matches, stipulations, Superstar development and more.

'The WWE Universe is one of the most socially active and passionate fan bases in all of television," Chris McCumber and Jeff Wachtel, co-presidents USA Network, said. "The powerful three-hour block of live TV truly makes USA the year-round destination for young male viewers on Monday nights.'

Stay with WWE.com for more on this breaking news surrounding Monday Night Raw.

What do you think about Raw expanding to a three-hour show? Sound off now on Twitter using#3hourRAW."