The trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs is well underway and so far it seems the former rapper has only managed to antagonize the judge presiding over the case. His behavior towards the jury did not go unnoticed by Judge Arun Subramanian who threatened to kick Diddy out of his own trial. 116r4w

For those not in the know, Combs is currently standing trial for a number of charges including sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation to engage in prostitution. Combs denies the charges.

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The trial began earlier in May and numerous witnesses have already taken the stand including rapper Kid Cudi as well as Combs’ ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, who described the horrific ordeal which she claims she endured at the hands of Combs.

On Thursday, June 5th, it was reported that Judge Subramanian reprimanded the rapper and even threatened to expel Combs from the court for apparently trying to interact with the jury. Addressing Combs’ attorney, Marc Agnifolio, Subramanian stated that he had observed the defendant was “looking at jurors and nodding vigorously.”

The judge continued with his warning to Combs and his attorney, “This can’t continue, or I will give a limiting instruction you won’t like, or other measures, including barring your client from the courtroom. Do you understand?” Agnifolio assured Subramanian that such an incident would not happen again.

TikToker, Stephanie Soo, claims she attended the court hearing and stated that Combs would also frequently make gestures towards the public section of the courtroom. These gestures included making heart shapes with his hands and apparently even mouthed “I know you” to someone in the crowd.

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Any with the jury is typically frowned upon in court cases. It can be seen as an attempt to influence the decision that they will ultimately have to make. According to lawshelf.com “during a trial, no one except a judge can discuss the case at bar with any juror.” Of course, Combs while Combs wasn’t directly communicating with the jury, his apparent nodding could have been a subtle way of getting the jurors on his side.

Then again, president Donald Trump hasn’t ruled out pardoning Combs either, so a jury might be completely irrelevant if that happens anyway. Diddy’s gestures towards the jury came during the testimony of Bryana Bongolan who was responding to questions regarding her claims that the rapper dangled her off a 17-storey balcony in 2016.

The trial doesn’t look like it’s set to come to an end anytime soon with an alleged ex-girlfriend and victim of Combs’ coming forward to give testimony against him. The woman, who remained anonymous, claimed that the rapper would often pressure her to have sex with entertainers in hotel rooms.

Jamie Foxx‘s recent stand-up show at the Comedy Store in Los Angeles has gotten a lot of people talking. The comedian, who is currently promoting his new Netflix comedy special, made jokes about Sean “Diddy” Combs, who is currently on trial in New York City for serious sex trafficking charges.

Foxx’s routine included several sharp jokes about Combs, referencing details from the ongoing trial. He made light of the accusations, comparing Combs’ situation to a scene from the movie Life, where one character uses a harsh insult against another. He also joked about claims involving baby oil and other graphic details from the legal case. Foxx brought up how the Black community might feel betrayed by Combs’ alleged actions while suggesting that some white people might not be as surprised.

As found by Yahoo, Foxx said, “Diddy is crazy, huh?” I don’t know if he is going to jail but he is a nasty motherf*****. Am I right? Specially for us… White people, like, ‘It’s cool,’ but for Black people… that was our hero. All that goddamn baby oh, boy! Why you so nasty, Diddy?”

One of the most interesting parts of the performance was how Foxx connected his own near-death health crisis to his jokes about Combs. In his Netflix special, What Had Happened Was, Foxx addressed online rumors that Combs had something to do with his stroke and coma in April 2023. Foxx had already denied these rumors, saying his health scare was due to a brain bleed. But during his comedy set, he brought it up again, using dark humor to describe his close call with death.

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Fox joked about seeing a “hot tunnel” and wondering if he was going to hell, then added with a smirk that maybe Combs was waiting for him there. Mixing comedy with such a personal and traumatic experience, while also tying it to Combs’ legal troubles was pretty funny.

The charges against Combs are very serious. He is accused of multiple crimes, including racketeering, sex trafficking by force, and arranging prostitution. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges. The details of the trial, which include claims of forced sexual acts and violent threats, are a stark contrast to the lighthearted tone of Foxx’s jokes.

Foxx’s comedy comes at a tricky time. While it’s common for comedians to poke fun at famous people, this situation is more complicated because of how serious the accusations against Combs are. The contrast between Foxx’s jokes and the severity of the charges makes people question whether the comedy was in poor taste or if it was a smart way to comment on a difficult topic. Some might see the jokes as insensitive, especially considering what Combs could face if found guilty. Others might view it as sharp social commentary, using humor to explore how the public sees celebrities.

Confirming fears that Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs – the rapper currently facing trial for everything from sexual assault to sex trafficking – could be next on his list of celebrities to be pardoned, Donald Trump has confirmed that he won’t let his personal feelings influence the decision.

Right.

Diddy’s trial is currently ongoing, with witnesses revealing details that range from disgusting to horrifying against the disgraced musician. Many legal experts have already concluded that he could be looking at life in prison for his crimes, if convicted (which is more of a “when” at this point).

But, in the past, Trump has called Diddy his friend, has been photographed with the man, and has a certain soft spot for celebrity criminals convicted with solid proof. So, obviously, the question has been out there – of him eventually pardoning Diddy and nullifying the battle his victims have been waging for justice.

He just confirmed those fears.

During a recently held news conference, when asked if Trump would even consider pardoning Diddy, he remarked that he knows “people are thinking about it.”

“He used to really like me a lot. I think when I ran for politics…that relationship busted up, from what I read. I don’t know—he didn’t tell me that, but I’d read some little bit nasty statements.”

I would certainly look at the facts. If I think somebody was mistreated, whether they like me or don’t like me, it wouldn’t have any impact on me.”

What does Trump mean by “nasty statements?” Well, while they were friends years ago, in the later years, Diddy didn’t keep his dislike of the current president a secret. From announcing that “white men” like Trump should be “banished,” to endorsing Barack Obama and then Joe Biden, Diddy made it obvious that he was no longer Team Trump.

But many anti-Trumpers have hada  change of heart, like Vice-President JD Vance who was once a vocal critic of the president, calling himself the “Nver Trump Guy,” but now? Now, he can’t stop gushing about the man and repeating his mind-numbing lies, even if it is about people eating cats. And Trump forgot the past to embrace the man. What is stopping him from doing the same for Diddy if the rapper shows the right amount of remorse mixed with a hefty dose of sudden iration for him?

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ trial is currently underway, and so far, the shocking – and sometimes downright disgusting – revelations in the court have dropped a lot more celebrity names than were initially anticipated in the case. Now that list includes Britney Spears‘ name as well.

It’s not like the singer has any dearth of drama and controversy in her life at the moment. When it’s not her social media post, triggering concern about her well-being, it is Britney herself poking the hornet’s nest to attract negative press. But not this time – it is a blast from her past, recalling her widely criticized attempt at making a comeback and potentially explaining what caused her to wreck the most important day of her career.

One of the core, most damaging points of Diddy’s case is his physical assault of then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, who has appeared in court as a witness multiple times. Her testimonies have already spread the seemingly lone incident of the rapper assaulting her to that of using her in his “freak offs,” forcing her to get intimate with sex workers, and pushing her to engage in degrading sexual acts. And the failure to do any of it resulted in harsh and repeated physical violence and threats.

But when did it all start, and how does Britney factor into these severe allegations against Diddy? Well, it all began in September 2007, as revealed by Cassie on the May 15 hearing, when she was celebrating her 21st birthday in Las Vegas. Diddy came to the party and brought Dallas Austin and Britney Spears with him, who witnessed the beginning of his “sort of” relationship with Cassie.

This revelation led to internet sleuths rediscovering pictures of Britney partying with Diddy on Sept. 7, 2007, hopping from Jet Nightclub in Las Vegas to Hard Rock Hotel & Casino where the duo were ed by Paris Hilton and 50 cents for another party, which ended early morning the next day as per Page Six, but whether the singer remained with Diddy that long can’t be said with certainty.

What can be pointed out with surety is that on Sept. 9, Britney ascended the stage of the MTV VMAs, marking her big comeback after years of increasingly erratic incidents that became tabloid moments overshadowing the fact that she was under immense pressure to succeed – shaving her head, attacking paparazzi, divorce from Kevin Federline followed by a bitter custody battle (which she temporarily lost in 2007), entering and leaving multiple times in early 2007, etc. She became fodder for shows like South Park and Family Guy, which satirized her pain, while late-night hosts used her as punchline material.

A lot hinged on her comeback performance at the VMAs. But it didn’t just fail – it backfired, brutally. 

During the performance, which barely had any dance moves from Britney, the singer looked disoriented, had a vacant expression, no energy, and was visibly under-rehearsed, while her lip-syncing was obvious and off. To add to the backlash, at the time, unaware of her life struggles, even her staunchest fans were quick to point fingers, even stooping to body-shame her.

Was Diddy the cause of her disastrous comeback attempt, or was this just a woman in distress who people refused to show empathy to and who was pushed by her team, salivating to cash in on the media hype around her return? But she indeed was there to mark her attendance in Cassie’s life on the day her future would fall into the hands of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs.

Justin Bieber’s personal life has been a source of speculation over the past few months — more so than usual. He’s mostly chosen to stay silent about the rumors swirling around him, but he made an exception when it came to Diddy.

When Diddy was first accused of sex trafficking, everyone in his circle came under suspicion of either knowing what was happening or being involved in some way. Some celebrities were rumored to be co-conspirators. Others were believed to be victims. A resurfaced video of a then-15-year-old Justin Bieber with Diddy raised eyebrows. Bieber looked visibly uncomfortable while Diddy made unsettling remarks about how hanging out with him was “a 15-year-old’s dream.” In hindsight, it plays differently — disturbingly so. We now know that some of Diddy’s accs were underage when he allegedly trafficked them. Hopefully they, too, will get the justice they deserve.

Meanwhile, Bieber has been navigating a much different, stripped-down phase of his public persona. He’s had ongoing tensions with the paparazzi. There are reports he’s facing financial issues. And fans suspect marital problems, fueled by his pattern of following and unfollowing Hailey Bieber on social media — a metric people obsess over these days.

Now, with Diddy’s trial finally underway and horrifying details of his abusive relationship with Cassie coming out, Bieber has broken his silence. His representatives sent an official statement to Page Six, saying: “Although Justin is not among Sean Combs’ victims, there are individuals who were genuinely harmed by him. Shifting focus away from this reality detracts from the justice these victims rightfully deserve.”

The Diddy case began with bombshells and continues to unfold. Both the prosecution and the defense are still working through their list of potential witnesses. Maybe Bieber simply wants to stay out of the crossfire and follow his lawyer’s advice. He’s not the only celebrity distancing themselves from Diddy amid the criminal proceedings. Still, whatever his reasons, it’s commendable that he emphasized keeping the spotlight on Diddy’s alleged actions and the victims’ pursuit of justice.

As for Bieber, his focus now seems to be on his long-awaited album. And it has a lot riding on it. According to TMZ, he still owes his former manager Scooter Braun $8 million. He also reportedly sold his catalogue for $200 million to get out of debt. Meaning he’ll need to produce new hits — and tour them — to stay financially secure. To be fair to Bieber, making hits has never been particularly something he struggles with. Even his critically panned songs like Yummy managed to get to the top of the charts.

But financial concerns seem minor compared to what’s at stake in the Diddy case. Fans continue to speculate about Bieber’s mental health and whether he’s spiraling. But at least, they now have clarity: he was never one of Diddy’s victims.

He’s a father now, and the pressure of raising a family under relentless public scrutiny must be immense. Hopefully, he can channel some of that experience into his music and evolve into more mature, reflective ballads.

Singer Cassie Ventura‘s testimony in an ongoing legal case against Sean “Diddy” Combs has revealed disturbing details about the alleged effects of her involvement in “freak-offs” with male escorts. She claims that Diddy pressured her into them, and they had consequences.

Warning: The article contains very graphic details of medical conditions and related consequences of what Cassie Ventura was allegedly forced to do.

Ventura testified that these encounters led to ongoing and serious health problems, requiring extensive medical treatment and eventually leading to her use of opioid painkillers. The singer described suffering from frequent urinary tract infections (UTIs) that caused severe burning pain, according to TMZ.

The infections happened so often that normal antibiotics stopped working, forcing her to use stronger prescription medications. Eventually, the pain became so bad that she turned to opioid painkillers to cope. Ventura also said she developed recurring sores on her tongue due to oral sex during these encounters. She claims she told Diddy about both the UTIs and the mouth sores.

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The physical impact of these encounters went beyond infections. Ventura testified that she often needed intravenous (IV) fluids, massages, and extra food to recover after the alleged “freak-offs,” suggesting she was left physically drained each time. She also said Diddy pressured her into kissing the male escorts, even though she told him she was uncomfortable with it.

She claims this pressure continued on her 29th birthday, when Diddy allegedly had his security team forcibly remove her from a West Hollywood venue and made her take part in another “freak-off.” Ventura’s testimony also included claims that Diddy physically assaulted her during some of these encounters. She said these violent incidents often happened in different cities, including New York, Los Angeles, and Miami.

According to her, some of the hired male escorts witnessed the violence and later checked on her well-being. A key piece of evidence in the case was a fifteen-minute video showing Diddy attacking Ventura in a hotel hallway in 2016. This video, which has now been made public, s her claims of physical abuse. There was testimony claiming Diddy bribed a security guard to stay silent.

Additionally, text messages presented as evidence showed Diddy trying to get Ventura to come back to him after the assault by lying and saying he had been arrested. It is important to that she has not yet faced cross-examination. Diddy’s legal team argues that all interactions were consensual and that there was abuse on both sides. The ongoing court case will likely provide more clarity on these allegations and help determine what really happened.

In a recent interview with NewsNation, Suge Knight, the notorious former CEO of Death Row Records, weighed in on Sean “Diddy” Combs’ ongoing federal trial. Knight suggested that President Donald Trump might pardon Diddy if convicted.

Speaking with NewsNation’s Chris Cuomo on CUOMO, Knight said, “I think he got some favors with the government. I think they’re going to show him a little leeway. It might not seem like it when it’s all said and done, but I don’t think he had nothing to worry about. I don’t think he’s worried, because he’s going to be federal. And if he gets convicted, Trump’s going to pardon him.” 

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ing Knight’s claim, at the end of his first term, Trump granted clemency to Michael “Harry-O” Harris, co-founder of Death Row Records. Trump commuted his 25-to-life sentence after 30 years served for drug trafficking and attempted murder.

Knight told Cuomo, “They don’t care about that,” meaning Diddy’s allegation and a potential Trump pardon. “It’s all about, you know, what’s in it for the long run.”

Diddy’s trial, which began in May 2025, has been explosive. He faces multiple charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering. Those charges stem from allegations Diddy orchestrated “freak off” sex parties involving drugs and coercion. Early on, the jury heard harrowing testimony from Cassie Ventura, Diddy’s ex-girlfriend. She detailed the abuse she endured, including being forced to call him “Pop Pop” and participate in other disturbing acts.

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Knight’s legal troubles are well-documented. In 2018, a jury sentenced Knight to 28 years in prison for voluntary manslaughter after a fatal hit-and-run incident. The incident happened outside a Compton burger stand, where Knight ran over two men, killing one. California’s three-strikes law influenced Knight’s sentence due to his prior convictions. 

The relationship between Knight and Diddy has been fraught with tension since the 1990s. At that time, there was an infamous East Coast–West Coast hip-hop rivalry. Knight’s Death Row Records and Diddy’s Bad Boy Records were at the center of the feud, culminating in the deaths of Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G. 

Knight’s recent comments about a potential Trump pardon for Diddy may be speculative, but they underscore the complex interplay of power, politics, and celebrity in this high-profile trial. As the proceedings continue, the public remains captivated by the revelations and the possibility of further twists in this already convoluted saga.

A former hotel security guard’s testimony is bringing new details to the ongoing sex trafficking trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs. Israel Florez, now an officer with the Los Angeles Police Department, shared information about a 2016 incident at the InterContinental Hotel in Los Angeles, which involved an alleged assault on singer Cassie Ventura and a reported attempt by Combs to bribe him.

Florez testified in the federal trial, explaining his response to a call about a woman in distress on the sixth floor of the hotel. When he arrived, he saw Ventura looking scared, crouched in a corner with her face covered by a hood. There was a broken flower vase on the floor. Combs, wrapped only in a towel, was also there. Per NBC News, the guard said, “She was scared. She was in the corner, hood on, covered up. I couldn’t see her face, she was pretty much in the corner. On the floor was a destroyed flower vase.”

Florez’s testimony suggests that Combs confessed to arguing with Ventura. When Ventura tried to leave and get her phone, Combs supposedly stopped her. Florez stepped in, standing in the doorway to let Ventura leave safely. As Florez was about to exit, Combs reportedly called him back. He then threw a “sack of money” at Florez while warning him with three words: “Don’t tell anyone.”

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This alleged bribe would show that Diddy was very used to doing this to get his way. This testimony adds significant weight to the serious allegations against Combs. In November 2023, Ventura filed a lawsuit against him, claiming he raped her and physically abused her repeatedly throughout their nearly ten-year relationship.

The lawsuit also detailed allegations of forced sexual encounters with male sex workers. Though the lawsuit was settled the next day, the allegations remain an important part of the ongoing legal case. In May 2024, hotel surveillance footage was released, which ed Ventura’s claims. The video showed Combs attacking Ventura, throwing her to the floor, kicking her multiple times, and dragging her down a hallway.

Combs later publicly apologized, itting to his “inexcusable” actions and saying he sought professional help. However, his apology didn’t mention Ventura at all. Combs currently faces five criminal charges: one for racketeering conspiracy; two for sex trafficking through force, fraud, or coercion; and two for transporting someone for prostitution.

Diddy has pleaded not guilty to all of these charges. The trial centers around allegations from four alleged victims, referred to in court as “Victim-1,” “Victim-2,” “Victim-3,” and “Victim-4.”

Warning: This article details alleged violence as well as physical and sexual abuse.

The Sean “Diddy” Combs trial has officially begun. The witnesses have been picked, and day one was already gory and discomforting.

People reports that the first witness was a male sex worker named Daniel Phillip. In the lead-up to the trial, all manner of allegations and accs have emerged. Some claims even started and ended between the filing of the main RICO charges against Diddy.

Phillip finally gave the court — and the public — details on how Diddy’s infamous freak offs operated. He testified that he was initially hired to strip, but things escalated to prostitution with Cassie, in Diddy’s presence. Diddy reportedly masked himself with a bandana but introduced himself to Phillip as being in the “import-export business.” Still, Phillip told the court he recognized Diddy’s voice immediately.

Cassie, of course, was the first to come forward with allegations. She was all but vindicated when surveillance footage showed Diddy physically attacking her. But according to Phillip, it was Cassie who paid him — up to $6,000 — whenever he ed them.

Phillip went on to give a disturbing of being asked by Diddy and Cassie to urinate on her. He said he only began to understand the two’s dynamic after seeing Diddy beat Cassie. “My thoughts were that this was someone with unlimited power,” Phillip told the court. “And chances are that, even if I did go to the police, I might still lose my life.”

Cassie Ventura took the stand a day later. According to TMZ, she told the court she participated in the freak offs because she feared that saying no would make Diddy angry. She entered Diddy’s orbit at 21, initially thinking it would help her career. But soon, she realized the freak offs were her job. Some lasted up to four days.

Cassie told the court that in the 10 years they were together, her life was filled with arguments and violence. She said her entire body was often covered in bruises and black eyes. She also revealed that she gave the government a laptop containing freak-off videos as evidence, for them to use as they see fit.

The reactions from the first two days were as electric as expected. On X, people had all kinds of opinions. But for most, the thing that disturbed them most was Diddy bringing his daughters to court. People reported that Diddy’s 3 daughters had to excuse themselves when Phillip was testifying about his graphic activities with Diddy and Cassie.

One called it narcissism.

this just shows how narcissistic diddy is. bc even IF he was innocent (we know he’s not) even IF, why would you allow your young daughters to sit through an hear all these sick s of sexual deviancy https://t.co/cTa7EWXjnk

— BIBA WILLIAMS (@buwi6) May 13, 2025

Another said this depraved decision of willingly exposing his daughters to all this is proof of the kind of man Diddy really is.

So maybe I'm the only one but even though I don't think Diddy's daughters should be there in the first place, I don't think at all that they're too young to hear about the kind of the man their Daddy is. Just so there's no lingering doubt about his guilt. pic.twitter.com/ZVO1R6lYUv

— TheMainCharacter (@BourgeoisDoll) May 12, 2025

If this is what came out in the opening statements, one can only imagine what else will follow. For now, Diddy’s case looks like one where a long line of people will come forward to describe the villainous atmosphere he created for those who worked under him.

It’s likely that his defense will focus on discrediting the men and women brave enough to explain how he ran his freak offs. But there’s a segment of the public watching not to find out if Diddy is guilty, but to see who else might be implicated.

The trial of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs began today in a New York City federal court. Opening statements outlining the prosecution’s claims that Combs engaged in a twenty-year pattern of sex crimes enabled by his close associates. The government argues that Combs ran a criminal operation designed to fulfill his sexual desires while hiding his actions.

Warning: A lot of sexual and physical abuse is detailed below.

The trial, which is expected to last eight weeks, will address charges including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and arranging transportation for prostitution. Combs has entered a plea of not guilty. The NY Times reported that the prosecution’s opening statement described a history of alleged sex crimes, including sex trafficking and bribery, spanning two decades.

The prosecution said, “You will hear about 20 years of the defendant’s crimes,” even including examples of sex crimes, arson, and bribery, per the Washington Post. At one point, Diddy apparently was “going to kill the man Cassie was with,” when he found out she was with another man.

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These alleged crimes reportedly involved Combs and a group of bodyguards and employees. The prosecution provided specific examples of claimed abuse and coercion, focusing on three women: Cassie Ventura, and two others referred to as “Jane” and “Mia.” Ventura, Combs’ former girlfriend, is a central figure in the prosecution’s case.

They allege that Combs regularly physically abused Ventura, sometimes beating her for small mistakes like taking too long in the bathroom. When Ventura tried to leave him, Combs allegedly tracked her down, often with help from his associates. Additionally, Combs is accused of threatening Ventura by saying he would release videos of her taking part in “freak-offs,” which are described as drug-fueled sex parties with male escorts, as a form of blackmail.

One specific incident described involved Combs allegedly brutally beating Ventura after finding out she was seeing another man. This alleged attack happened after Combs, his bodyguard, and another employee broke into the other man’s home, and the events were reportedly caught on hotel security footage. The prosecution claims Combs later paid USD 100,000 to obtain and hide this footage.

“Jane,” another alleged victim who started a relationship with Combs in 2020, was also reportedly pressured into participating in “freak-offs.” The prosecution says Combs controlled Jane financially, discouraging her from working to ensure she was always available and paying her rent. Similar to Ventura, Jane was allegedly threatened with the release of videos recorded during these events.

The prosecution also described an alleged incident where Combs choked and kicked Jane after an argument, then forced her to take part in a “freak-off” despite her injuries. “Mia,” a former employee of Combs, is expected to testify that Combs sexually assaulted her on multiple occasions.

The prosecution described “freak-offs” as a key part of Combs’s alleged pattern of exploitation, claiming he told the women involved what to wear, which drugs to take, and controlled the details of the sexual activity. Combs’s businesses reportedly paid for the costs related to these events.

During jury selection, Judge Arun Subramanian questioned potential jurors at length to check for any bias, according to TMZ. The defense raised a Batson challenge, accusing the prosecution of intentionally removing seven out of nine Black potential jurors.

The prosecution gave reasons for each dismissal, including familiarity with Combs’s life, a potential juror’s marital status, and past issues with law enforcement, among others. Judge Subramanian rejected the challenge, finding no clear proof of intentional discrimination.

The sex trafficking trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs took a surprising turn on Friday when his defense team revealed plans to present evidence suggesting that both Combs and his ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, were involved in mutual domestic violence. This tactic is meant to challenge the prosecution’s depiction of Ventura as a victim, which could change how the jury views the case.

The defense, however, argues that these accusations are an effort to turn Combs’ “swinger lifestyle” into a crime and suggests that the alleged victims are testifying for financial gain. Ventura, who is expected to be a major witness for the prosecution, is now a focus of the defense’s strategy, per Reuters.

Defense lawyer Marc Agnifilo clearly stated that they plan to show evidence of mutual violence in the relationship, describing it as domestic violence where “both sides hit each other.” This argument directly opposes the prosecution’s story and tries to paint Ventura not just as a victim but as someone who also engaged in violent behavior during their unstable relationship.

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Diddy is facing severe charges, including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and arranging prostitution. If convicted, he could spend decades in prison or even receive a life sentence. The prosecution claims that for twenty years, Combs used his power to pressure women into taking part in what they call “Freak Offs,” which are sexual events involving drugs.

Using this evidence may not be easy. Judge Arun Subramanian showed hesitation about allowing details of Ventura’s alleged violence into the trial, suggesting he does not want the defense to shift attention away from the main sex trafficking charges. He said he would decide on Monday whether this evidence can be used, a ruling that will heavily influence the trial’s direction.

The prosecution is ready for this move. According to TMZ, Prosecutor Emily Anne Johnson intends to show two cellphone videos and corrected CNN footage from a 2016 incident at the Intercontinental Hotel in Los Angeles, which supposedly shows Combs attacking Ventura. This means the prosecution expects the defense’s strategy and is prepared to fight back with evidence that s their claim that Ventura was a victim of Combs’ abuse.

The judge’s decision on Monday will determine whether both sides can present this evidence. The defense’s approach is risky. While it aims to weaken Ventura’s testimony, it could also upset the jury by bringing in evidence that might seem to excuse or downplay domestic violence. The trial’s outcome depends on how convincing the jury finds each side’s evidence, since a unanimous decision is needed for either a guilty or not guilty verdict.

The defense’s attempt to frame the relationship as mutually violent is a bold move to influence how the jury sees both the alleged victims and Combs himself. The trial started on May 9th and is expected to last about eight weeks. Twelve jurors and six alternates were chosen from nearly 100 potential jurors. Combs, who has been held in a Brooklyn federal jail since his arrest last September, has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

The federal trial of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs is hitting a major obstacle as prosecutors have trouble getting a key witness to testify. This witness, referred to in court documents only as “Victim 3,” was supposed to give important testimony claiming that Combs pressured her into sexual acts, which is a key part of the prosecution’s case.

The prosecution team has openly itted they are having a hard time reaching either Victim 3 or her lawyer. These problems started coming up during the third day of jury selection, according to TMZ. Prosecutors said they have not been able to find Victim 3 or get in touch with her legal representative. One reason given for this lack of is that Victim 3 does not live near New York City, where the trial is taking place, making it difficult to get her to appear.

Even if they manage to serve her with a subpoena, prosecutors are not sure she would actually show up in court. Making things more complicated, the prosecution also mentioned that Victim 3’s lawyer has been handling some undisclosed “personal issues,” making communication even harder.

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This news is a big setback for the prosecution, which had previously said Victim 3’s testimony would be very important to their case. The prosecution team, led by Maurene Comey, is now working to fix the situation. Both the defense and the judge have urged the prosecution to share their plan for dealing with this issue by the end of the week and to do everything possible to Victim 3 and her attorney. The judge also pushed prosecutors to make every effort to reach out to them.

If Victim 3 does not testify, it could hurt the prosecution’s overall strategy. The charges against Combs, filed by the U.S. Department of Justice in 2024, include a long list of serious accusations, such as abuse, threats, coercion, and racketeering involving sex trafficking, forced labor, kidnapping, arson, bribery, and obstruction of justice. These alleged crimes reportedly happened “between 2008 and the present.” Combs has denied all the accusations.

While Victim 3’s testimony was seen as crucial, the prosecution still has other witnesses ready to testify. Three more women are prepared to speak against Combs, though two will use fake names. The prosecution has already named their first three witnesses, who will take the stand on Monday and Tuesday, with one witness expected to testify over both days. A fifth acc will also be allowed to testify, even though the charges against Combs do not directly involve her.

Her testimony is being permitted because her experiences are said to be similar to the forced sex accusations made by other victims. One of the witnesses set to testify is Combs’ former girlfriend, R&B singer Cassie.

Victim 3’s absence changes the trial in a big way. Her testimony was considered essential to the prosecution’s argument, and without it, there is a major hole in their case. The prosecution is moving forward, but the missing witness creates a serious challenge in proving their case against Combs. The judge expects jury selection to finish by Friday, with a final jury of twelve and six alternates.