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Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Defense Fights ‘Freak-Off’ Evidence: Motion Targets ‘False Statements’ in Federal Search Warrants
Sean "Diddy" Combs' legal team has filed a sweeping motion to suppress evidence gathered by federal agents who raided the hip-hop mogul's residences in Los Angeles and Miami. In the filings, defense attorneys allege that authorities "made false statements and omitted exculpatory evidence" in seeking the search warrants for Combs, 55, who is awaiting trial on multiple charges including sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and transportation to engage in prostitution. 
Sean "Diddy" Combs' legal team has filed a sweeping motion to suppress evidence gathered by federal agents who raided the hip-hop mogul's residences in Los Angeles and Miami. In the filings, defense attorneys allege that authorities "made false statements and omitted exculpatory evidence" in seeking the search warrants for Combs, 55, who is awaiting trial on multiple charges including sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and transportation to engage in prostitution. -
Sean 'Diddy' Combs’ Lawyer Abruptly Quits Federal Case, Citing ‘No Circumstances’ to Continue Representation
Sean "Diddy" Combs' legal team suffered a sudden shakeup on Friday as one of his defense attorneys withdrew from the case less than three months before his federal trial on sex trafficking and racketeering charges. Attorney Anthony Ricco filed a motion in the Southern District of New York to formally step down, stating in court documents, "Under no circumstances can I continue to effectively serve as counsel for Sean Combs, consistent with the ABA Standards for Criminal Justice." 
Sean "Diddy" Combs' legal team suffered a sudden shakeup on Friday as one of his defense attorneys withdrew from the case less than three months before his federal trial on sex trafficking and racketeering charges. Attorney Anthony Ricco filed a motion in the Southern District of New York to formally step down, stating in court documents, "Under no circumstances can I continue to effectively serve as counsel for Sean Combs, consistent with the ABA Standards for Criminal Justice." -
Justin Bieber ‘Gets Upset’ and Cuts Ties With Diddy and Industry Friends as Kris Jenner Offers Support
Justin Bieber has reportedly distanced himself from longtime mentor Sean "Diddy" Combs, following the rapper's mounting legal troubles and allegations of sexual misconduct. Sources close to Bieber suggest that any mention of Diddy has become a sensitive subject for the pop star, who was once closely associated with the music mogul. 
Justin Bieber has reportedly distanced himself from longtime mentor Sean "Diddy" Combs, following the rapper's mounting legal troubles and allegations of sexual misconduct. Sources close to Bieber suggest that any mention of Diddy has become a sensitive subject for the pop star, who was once closely associated with the music mogul. -
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Moves to Dismiss Federal Charge, Citing Law’s ‘Racist Origins’
Sean "Diddy" Combs' legal team is seeking to dismiss a federal charge against the music mogul, arguing that the prosecution is rooted in racial bias and based on a law with a history of targeting Black men. In a court filing submitted Tuesday, attorneys for Combs asked a judge to throw out the transportation to engage in prostitution charge, contending that "no white person has ever been the target of a remotely similar prosecution." 
Sean "Diddy" Combs' legal team is seeking to dismiss a federal charge against the music mogul, arguing that the prosecution is rooted in racial bias and based on a law with a history of targeting Black men. In a court filing submitted Tuesday, attorneys for Combs asked a judge to throw out the transportation to engage in prostitution charge, contending that "no white person has ever been the target of a remotely similar prosecution." -
Harvey Weinstein Battles $45M Loan Dispute and Rikers Fears, Sues Brother Over Misused Funds
Harvey Weinstein, once one of Hollywood's most powerful producers, is pleading to move up his New York trial date out of fear he will die in Rikers Island, where he awaits proceedings on sex crime charges. 
Harvey Weinstein, once one of Hollywood's most powerful producers, is pleading to move up his New York trial date out of fear he will die in Rikers Island, where he awaits proceedings on sex crime charges. -
Jay-Z and Beyoncé Face Death Threats Amid Now-Dropped Sexual Assault Allegations
Jay-Z and Beyoncé have been bombarded with death threats after an anonymous plaintiff accused the rapper and Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping her when she was 13 years old, according to new court filings. The lawsuit, which was filed late last year, drew widespread attention-particularly due to Combs' ongoing legal troubles and incarceration on federal sex trafficking charges. Although the woman, identified only as Jane Doe, has since dropped her claims, Jay-Z insists that the lingering effects of the allegations have caused irreparable damage. 
Jay-Z and Beyoncé have been bombarded with death threats after an anonymous plaintiff accused the rapper and Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping her when she was 13 years old, according to new court filings. The lawsuit, which was filed late last year, drew widespread attention-particularly due to Combs' ongoing legal troubles and incarceration on federal sex trafficking charges. Although the woman, identified only as Jane Doe, has since dropped her claims, Jay-Z insists that the lingering effects of the allegations have caused irreparable damage. -
A$AP Rocky Found Not Guilty in Los Angeles Gun Assault Trial After Jury Deliberates for Three Hours
Rapper A$AP Rocky was acquitted Tuesday of two felony charges of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, ending a high-profile trial stemming from a 2021 altercation with former friend and A$AP Mob member Terell Ephron, known as A$AP Relli. 
Rapper A$AP Rocky was acquitted Tuesday of two felony charges of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, ending a high-profile trial stemming from a 2021 altercation with former friend and A$AP Mob member Terell Ephron, known as A$AP Relli. -
Diddy, R. Kelly Featured in SNL’s ‘In Memoriam’ of Outdated Moments
Saturday Night Live's 50th-anniversary special stirred controversy on Sunday with a segment reflecting on past moments that have not aged well. The show's producers aired an "In Memoriam" reel, traditionally used to honor deceased cast members, but instead dedicated it to outdated sketches and controversial guests, including Sean "Diddy" Combs and R. Kelly. 
Saturday Night Live's 50th-anniversary special stirred controversy on Sunday with a segment reflecting on past moments that have not aged well. The show's producers aired an "In Memoriam" reel, traditionally used to honor deceased cast members, but instead dedicated it to outdated sketches and controversial guests, including Sean "Diddy" Combs and R. Kelly. -
Ex-Staffer Accuses Sean 'Diddy' Combs of Orchestrating Drug-Fueled, Exploitative Events
Phil Pines, a former top assistant to Sean "Diddy" Combs has come forward with new allegations about the embattled music mogul, detailing a culture of excess, coercion, and alleged misconduct at Combs' private gatherings. Phil Pines, a former top assistant to Sean "Diddy" Combs has come forward with new allegations about the embattled music mogul, detailing a culture of excess, coercion, and alleged misconduct at Combs' private gatherings. -
Jay-Z Declares ‘Victory’ as Rape Lawsuit Against Him and Diddy Is Dropped
A lawsuit accusing music moguls Sean "Diddy" Combs and Jay-Z of raping a 13-year-old girl at a 2000 MTV Video Music Awards afterparty has been voluntarily dismissed, according to a court filing submitted on Friday in New York. The case, initially filed in October 2024, was withdrawn "with prejudice," preventing it from being refiled. 
A lawsuit accusing music moguls Sean "Diddy" Combs and Jay-Z of raping a 13-year-old girl at a 2000 MTV Video Music Awards afterparty has been voluntarily dismissed, according to a court filing submitted on Friday in New York. The case, initially filed in October 2024, was withdrawn "with prejudice," preventing it from being refiled.
