• Sean “Diddy” Combs is on trial in New York for alleged racketeering and sexual abuse, with accusations spanning two decades, including coercion, violence, and exploitation.
• Prosecutors will present evidence such as video footage, testimonies from former employees, and allegations from R&B singer Cassie, who previously accused Combs of years of abuse.
• The trial, expected to last eight weeks, could reveal more about systemic issues in the music industry, while Combs denies the accusations and claims the lawsuits aim to damage his reputation.

Sean “Diddy” Combs, the legendary hip-hop mogul and founder of Bad Boy Records, stands on trial in New York for alleged racketeering and sexual abuse. Federal prosecutors claim Combs used his music empire as a front to create a criminal enterprise, accusing him of coercing women into non-consensual acts and subjecting them to abuse spanning two decades. If convicted, he faces a minimum of 15 years in prison.

Opening Statements and Key Testimonies Begin

The trial begins Monday with jury selection and opening statements. Prosecutors will aim to prove their claims using video evidence, testimony from former employees, and the accounts of alleged victims, including Cassie, the R&B singer and Combs’ former girlfriend. Cassie, whose legal name is Casandra Ventura, made headlines last year for filing a lawsuit accusing Combs of years of physical and sexual abuse. Although the lawsuit was settled within hours, it prompted further investigations and dozens of similar allegations.

Allegations of Violence and Exploitation Come to Light

Prosecutors argue that Combs orchestrated events called “Freak Offs,” where women were pressured into drug-fueled group sexual encounters, allegedly involving male sex workers. These events sometimes lasted days, leaving participants so exhausted they reportedly needed IV drips to recover. Prosecutors plan to show jurors security camera footage from 2016, which allegedly depicts Combs assaulting Cassie in a Los Angeles hotel hallway.

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Combs has denied the accusations. His attorneys argue that any group activities were consensual and that isolated incidents of violence were not reflective of his personality. Attorney Marc Agnifilo acknowledged Combs’ past struggles, mentioning his ongoing therapy for drug use before the arrest.

Timeline of Events and Public Perception

The investigation gained traction after CNN aired the alleged hotel assault video last year. Afterward, Combs publicly apologized, saying, “I was disgusted then when I did it. I’m disgusted now.” Despite the backlash, some fans and supporters question the timing of the allegations and their alignment with ongoing lawsuits.

Cassie’s claims led to a wave of lawsuits against the music executive, with new allegations still surfacing. Combs’ legal team asserts that the lawsuits aim to tarnish his image and exploit his wealth. Meanwhile, Federal prosecutors remain unwavering, building a case they believe reflects a pattern of systemic abuse.

What Lies Ahead?

The trial is expected to last at least eight weeks, with high-profile testimonies likely to shape public perception of one of hip-hop’s biggest icons. As the case unfolds, more revelations may emerge, offering a closer look into the music industry’s dark side.

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