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Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Sex Trafficking and Racketeering Trial Set for May 5, 2025; Defense Alleges Government Leaks

Oct 10, 2024, 07:15 PM

Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs appeared in Manhattan federal court on Thursday, where a judge set a May 5, 2025, trial date for his federal racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution charges. Combs has pleaded not guilty and is being held without bond in a Brooklyn jail. His defense team has filed an appeal asking a higher court to overrule judges who have denied him bail. Combs' lawyers have also accused the government of leaking evidence to the media, including hotel surveillance footage allegedly showing him beating Cassie Ventura, filing a motion alleging the Department of Homeland Security may have been responsible, though they provided no evidence for these claims. Prosecutors have indicated that more charges may be forthcoming. During the court hearing, Combs blew kisses at his family. Both legal teams agreed not to speak to the media during the trial. If convicted, Combs could face life in prison.