Diddy's defense presenting jury with closing arguments in sex-trafficking trial
Share this @internewscast.com

(NewsNation) — Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal team is delivering their closing statements this Friday, aiming to convince the jury to acquit him of multiple sexual offense charges.

After calling no witnesses and wrapping their case in one day, attorneys for Combs have four hours to address the jury.

Their main argument centers around the claim that all of Combs’ accusers were consenting adults, asserting that no one was compelled to join in the sexual activities referred to as “Freak Offs” or “hotel nights.”

The defense has predominantly used text exchanges between Combs and his former partners to illustrate that the women not only consented but also sometimes orchestrated these encounters.

Combs is facing a possible life sentence after being charged with one count of racketeering conspiracy, two counts of sex trafficking and two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution.

He has pleaded not guilty. 

During the trial, the defense argued Combs was involved in domestic violence but committed no federal crimes. They built their case for acquittal through lengthy cross-examinations of most of the government’s 34 witnesses. 

Combs’ lawyers said there was no racketeering conspiracy because none of his employees agreed to be part of any conspiracy.

Combs’ chief of staff, Kristina Khorram, did not testify.

One of the witnesses, “Jane,” who is Combs’ ex-girlfriend and testified under a pseudonym, hugged defense attorneys after her testimony for the prosecution.

Combs spared no expense in his defense and even included an appellate lawyer in his team.

On Thursday, prosecutors gave their closing arguments by painting Combs’ criminal enterprise as his “kingdom.”

Assistant U.S. Attorney Christy Slavik told the jury Combs was someone “who doesn’t take no for an answer” and “counted on silence and shame” to enable his abusive behavior.

She pointed to his “small army” of assistants and bodyguards — some of whom were called to the witness stand earlier in the trial — to help him harm women and cover it up.

“When someone commits a crime as part of a group, they’re more powerful and dangerous,” Slavik said. “The defendant was a powerful man, but he became more powerful and dangerous because of his inner circle, his businesses — the enterprise.”

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
President Donald Trump says he doesn't know 'anything' about reported violent, failed 2019 SEAL Team 6 mission in North Korea

Donald Trump Claims Ignorance of Alleged Failed 2019 North Korea SEAL Team 6 Mission

President Donald Trump stated on Friday that he was unaware of a…
DOJ: Two U.S. citizens used Minnesota as base for overseas kidnappings and bombings

DOJ: Duo Used Minnesota as Headquarters for International Kidnappings and Explosives Plots

A federal grand jury in Minnesota has indicted two naturalized U.S. citizens…
Nazi officer's daughter charged after stolen WWII painting spotted in real estate listing

Daughter of Nazi Official Accused After WWII Art Appears in Property Listing

Argentine prosecutors have accused the daughter of a fugitive Nazi officer of…
Powerball: Someone could win $1.8 billion jackpot Saturday. Odds are their identity will remain a mystery

Powerball Jackpot Reaches $1.8 Billion: Winner’s Identity Likely to Stay Secret

After Iowa gas station employee Timothy Schultz won a $29 million lottery…
Pope Leo XIV declares teen computer whiz Carlo Acutis the first millennial saint, Pier Giorgio also canonized

Pope Leo XIV Names Tech-Savvy Teen Carlo Acutis as the First Millennial Saint; Pier Giorgio Also Canonized

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV honored a 15-year-old tech prodigy by…
Trump threatens Chicago with apocalyptic force and Pritzker calls him a 'wannabe dictator'

Trump Warns Chicago with Extreme Measures; Pritzker Labels Him a ‘So-Called Dictator’

WASHINGTON (AP) — On Saturday, President Donald Trump reiterated his intent to…
Vice President JD Vance teases 2028 bid, says it won’t be ‘given’ to him

Vice President JD Vance hints at a 2028 presidential run, saying it won’t be handed to him

Vice President JD Vance stopped short of confirming a 2028 White House…
The AP Top 25 college football poll is coming up fast. How far will No. 13 Florida drop?

Upcoming Release of AP Top 25 College Football Rankings: Potential Drop for Florida at No. 13?

The third week of AP Top 25 college football poll rankings drop…
Man charged in Breon Allen's death now charged in murder of 43-year-old woman

Suspect in Breon Allen’s Death Now Facing Charge in 43-Year-Old Woman’s Murder

Police say Keith Johnson, 21, is facing a murder charge. He was…
Texas woman sentenced to 6 years in prison for setting Washington state church on fire

Texas Woman Receives 6-Year Prison Sentence for Arson of Washington State Church

A Texas woman received a six-year prison sentence for her involvement in…
Arkansas man, 72, mauled by 70-pound bear, hospitalized with 'extensive' injuries

A 72-year-old Arkansas Man Hospitalized with Major Injuries after Being Attacked by a 70-Pound Bear

A 72-year-old man was airlifted to the hospital after being attacked by…
Free things to do today in Chicago: Sundays on State 2025 returns with plans to expand into the fall season

Explore Chicago for Free Today: Sundays on State 2025 Expands into the Fall Season

CHICAGO (WLS) — Chicago Loop Alliance announced the lineup for the Falling…