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Prosecutors give closing arguments in Sean Combs trial
After a sprawling seven-week case, federal prosecutors gave their closing arguments in the trial of Sean Combs, summing up weeks of testimony.
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June 26, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Diddy Trial Day 30: Prosecutors make their closing argument to the jury
Closing arguments in the trial of Sean Combs began on Thursday, June 26. ABC News’ Eva Pilgrim, Aaron Katersky and contributors have the latest updates from federal court in Manhattan.
June 26, 2025 at 11:01 PM
June 26, 2025 at 2:23 PM
What to know ahead of closing arguments in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial
The jury in the sex trafficking and racketeering trial will return to court on Thursday to begin hearing closing arguments from each side, which will likely last into Friday.
June 26, 2025 at 2:23 PM
June 25, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Diddy Trial Day 29: Getting ready for closing arguments
Prosecutors and Sean Combs’ defense team are preparing to present their final arguments to the jury. ABC News’ Eva Pilgrim, Aaron Katersky and contributors have the latest from Wednesday, June 25.
June 25, 2025 at 11:47 PM
June 25, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial: Prosecutors streamline racketeering predicates
Federal prosecutors are no longer including attempted kidnapping and attempted arson as underlying crimes in the alleged racketeering conspiracy charge against Sean Combs
June 25, 2025 at 7:05 PM
June 25, 2025 at 4:13 PM
What do we know about 'Gina,' alleged victim 3 in Sean 'Diddy' Combs indictment?
The alleged Sean Combs victim referred to as "Gina" was never called by prosecutors to testify.
June 25, 2025 at 4:13 PM
June 25, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Defense rests in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial
After more than six weeks of testimony from 34 witnesses, the federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial of Sean Combs will soon go to the jury.
June 25, 2025 at 1:01 PM
June 25, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Diddy trial day 32 recap: Combs declines to testify
Facing the possibility of life in prison if convicted on all counts, Combs has remained largely silent since the trial began last month.
June 25, 2025 at 9:56 AM
June 25, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Sean Combs trial prosecution and defense rest without testimony from "Diddy"
After six weeks and more than 30 witnesses, both the prosecution and the defense have rested. If convicted, Combs could face life in prison.
June 25, 2025 at 7:01 AM
June 24, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Diddy Trial Day 28: Prosecutors rest their case against Sean Combs
After calling more than 30 witnesses over several weeks, federal prosecutors rested their case against Sean Combs on Tuesday, June 24. ABC News’ Eva Pilgrim, Aaron Katersky and contributors explain.
June 24, 2025 at 11:08 PM
June 24, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial: Prosecution rests
After seven weeks and around three dozen witnesses, prosecutors rest their case against Sean "Diddy" Combs on sex trafficking, prostitution and racketeering charges.
June 24, 2025 at 8:54 PM
June 24, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Everyone who testified for the prosecution in the Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial
The prosecution called 34 witnesses in all to make their case.
June 24, 2025 at 7:30 PM
June 24, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Prosecutors rest their case against Sean 'Diddy' Combs after calling 34 witnesses
Federal prosecutors on Tuesday rested their case in the sex-trafficking and racketeering conspiracy trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs.
June 24, 2025 at 7:27 PM
June 24, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Prosecutors rest their case against Sean 'Diddy' Combs after calling 34 witnesses
Federal prosecutors on Tuesday rested their case in the sex-trafficking and racketeering conspiracy trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs.
June 24, 2025 at 7:27 PM
June 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Texts from ‘Jane’ to escort shown during cross-examination in Sean Combs trial
Defense attorney Teny Geragos read messages that appeared to show "Jane," the Sean Combs ex-girlfriend who testified under a pseudonym, arranging sexual encounters with a male escort named Kabrale.
June 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM
June 24, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Prosecution expected to rest its case in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial
Federal prosecutors are expected to rest its case in the sex trafficking and racketeering trial, hoping testimony from nearly three dozen witnesses is enough to convince the jury to convict Combs.
June 24, 2025 at 1:49 PM
June 24, 2025 at 12:31 AM
Diddy Trial Day 27: Jurors hear logistics of alleged ‘freak offs’
Prosecutors are almost ready to wrap their case against Sean Combs. On Monday, June 23, jurors saw files such as text messages and hotel receipts. ABC News’ Eva Pilgrim and contributors explain.
June 24, 2025 at 12:31 AM
June 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Prosecution in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial expects to rest Tuesday
Federal prosecutors said Monday that they now expect to rest their case on Tuesday once special agent Joseph Cerciello of Homeland Security Investigations concludes his testimony.
June 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM
June 20, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Diddy Trial Day 26: Prosecutors get ready to rest their case
Brendan Paul, an assistant to Sean Combs up until Combs' arrest, was called to testify on Friday, June 20 as prosecutors prepare to rest their case. ABC News’ Eva Pilgrim and contributors explain.
June 20, 2025 at 11:31 PM
June 20, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Sean 'Diddy' Combs’ trial resumes after juror issue
The Sean “Diddy” Combs trial resumes Friday morning after a two-day break.
June 20, 2025 at 3:17 PM
June 18, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Judge considers sanctions over alleged gag order violation in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs case
Judge Arun Subramanian threatened to sanction both lead lawyers after he said details from a sealed meeting were leaked.
June 18, 2025 at 8:46 PM
June 18, 2025 at 10:45 AM
'Someone's lying': What judge in Diddy case said about alleged media leak
Donning headphones, the jury watched lengthy clips of the drug-fueled sex parties at the center of the sex-trafficking case against Sean "Diddy" Combs.
June 18, 2025 at 10:45 AM
June 17, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Diddy Trial Day 25: Judge issues stern warning to attorneys
The judge told prosecutors and Sean Combs’ defense team on Tuesday, June 17 that he's concerned over a potential gag order violation. ABC News’ Eva Pilgrim, Aaron Katersky and contributors explain.
June 17, 2025 at 11:16 PM
June 17, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Sean 'Diddy' Combs contacted Cassie Ventura after 2016 hotel attack: 'Call me now'
The jury first saw messages arranging the "freak-off" that Ventura testified preceded the violence that was captured on hotel surveillance footage the jury has repeatedly been shown.
June 17, 2025 at 6:01 PM
June 17, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Former Sean 'Diddy' Combs associate to testify in trial
Brendan Paul, a one-time Syracuse University basketball player who received immunity in exchange for his testimony, is expected to face questions about allegedly procuring drugs for Combs.
June 17, 2025 at 4:04 PM
June 17, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Juror dismissed in Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial
One of the jurors in the high-profile case has been dismissed and the judge is weighing whether to remove another juror.
June 17, 2025 at 3:44 PM
June 17, 2025 at 10:32 AM
Diddy trial day 28 recap: Judge dismisses a juror over a 'lack of candor'
The decision to drop the juror means that a Black, middle-aged man has now been replaced by an older, white man.
June 17, 2025 at 10:32 AM
June 17, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Jurors see so-called 'freak off' videos in Diddy trial
Jurors saw portions of so-called “freak off” videos in the Sean Combs' trial as one of the jurors was dismissed. Combs denies all charges.
June 17, 2025 at 9:36 AM
June 16, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Diddy Trial Day 24: Juror replaced as prosecutors prepare to rest their case
A federal judge upheld his decision to replace one of the jurors who would have decided Sean Combs’ fate. Eva Pilgrim and the ABC News team break down the latest updates from Monday, June 16.
June 16, 2025 at 11:41 PM
June 16, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Jury sees messages between Combs and male escort allegedly arranging travel
The racketeering and sex trafficking trial of Sean Combs begins a sixth week of testimony today with a pair of summary witnesses meant to help the jury organize the exhibits they have seen so far.
June 16, 2025 at 7:05 PM
June 16, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Judge upholds decision to dismiss juror in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial
Judge Arun Subramanian declined on Monday to change his mind about juror No.6, upholding his decision to remove the juror and replace him with an alternate.
June 16, 2025 at 1:47 PM
June 14, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial day 27 recap: Judge signals plans to remove a juror
Sean "Diddy" Combs trial day 27 recap: Judge signals plans to remove a juror.
June 14, 2025 at 8:39 PM
June 14, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Seventh week of ‘Diddy’ trial Monday
Criminal trial attorney Sara Azari unpacks key developments in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial and previews what to expect as the case enters its seventh week on Monday.
June 14, 2025 at 6:09 PM
June 14, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Juror dismissed at Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial and Ye makes an appearance
Judge questions juror’s residence.
June 14, 2025 at 4:13 PM
June 14, 2025 at 1:36 AM
Judge reconsidering dismissal of juror in Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial
It comes as Kanye West arrived at court to show his support for Combs.
June 14, 2025 at 1:36 AM
June 14, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Diddy Trial Day 23: Ye shows up at the courthouse
Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, showed up at the courthouse where Sean Combs’ federal trial is taking place. Eva Pilgrim and the ABC News team break down the latest updates from Friday, June 13.
June 14, 2025 at 12:01 AM
June 13, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Diddy trial day 26 recap: Combs' ex-girlfriend ends marathon testimony
Diddy trial day 26 recap: Combs' ex-girlfriend ends marathon testimony.
June 13, 2025 at 7:09 PM
June 13, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Kanye West arrives at court, says he's there to support Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Combs has been accused of sex trafficking by force, transportation to engage in prostitution, and racketeering conspiracy as part of a federal indictment originally filed in September 2024.
June 13, 2025 at 5:55 PM
June 12, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Diddy Trial Day 22: New civil lawsuit filed against Combs during criminal trial
“Jane” is continuing to testify during Sean Combs’ criminal trial, but in the meantime, he faces a new lawsuit. Eva Pilgrim and the ABC News team explain the latest updates from Thursday, June 12.
June 12, 2025 at 10:50 PM
June 12, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial: 'Jane's' cross-examination resumes after delay
Ninety minutes after court was supposed to begin, "Jane" has returned to the witness stand to continue her cross-examination.
June 12, 2025 at 7:31 PM
June 12, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Testimony delayed due to unknown issue in Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial
The judge called the prosecutors, defense counsel and the lawyer for former Sean Combs girlfriend, testifying under the pseudonym "Jane," into chambers for a private meeting.
June 12, 2025 at 3:48 PM
June 12, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Diddy trial day 25 recap: Prosecutors try to drop a juror over 'lack of candor'
Neither the judge nor the attorneys in the case detailed specifics. Defense attorneys took issue with the possibility that Juror No. 6 might be thrown off the panel.
June 12, 2025 at 2:51 PM
June 12, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Prosecutors try to drop juror in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial
The prosecution in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial is trying to remove one of the 12 members of the jury for a lack of candor.
June 12, 2025 at 1:35 PM
June 12, 2025 at 3:55 AM
Diddy Trial Day 21: ‘Jane’ cries on the witness stand
“Jane” faced one of Sean Combs’ defense attorneys again on Wednesday, June 11. In the meantime, the judge is monitoring a potential issue with a juror. Eva Pilgrim and the ABC News team explain.
June 12, 2025 at 3:55 AM
June 11, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial: Judge, attorneys discuss undisclosed problem with a juror
Judge Arun Subramanian is monitoring a potential issue with a juror. He did not disclose what the issue is but the attorneys have discussed it in letters that have not been made public.
June 11, 2025 at 7:01 PM
June 11, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Tense cross-examination of alleged victim at Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial
The defense sought to counter "Jane's" earlier claims of being "used" and "lied to" by highlighting gifts she received from Combs and suggesting jealousy over other women.
June 11, 2025 at 1:46 PM
June 11, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Sean 'Diddy' Combs' ex-girlfriend testifies the rapper expected sexual demands
During the fifth week of testimony, Sean Combs’ ex-girlfriend faced cross-examination about “hotel nights” and physical abuse at the hands of Combs. Combs denies all charges.
June 11, 2025 at 11:41 AM
June 11, 2025 at 10:58 AM
Diddy trial: Combs considered himself Michael Jordan of sex parties, witness says
Testifying under the pseudonym "Jane," the ex-girlfriend testified about a life that was funded by Sean "Diddy" Combs and centered on his sexual appetites.
June 11, 2025 at 10:58 AM
June 10, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Diddy Trial Day 20: Ex-girlfriend ‘Jane’ faces cross-examination
“Jane” returned to federal court on Tuesday, June 10 for her third day of testimony. What happened when she was questioned by Sean Combs’ defense team? ABC News’ Eva Pilgrim and contributors explain.
June 10, 2025 at 11:34 PM
June 10, 2025 at 7:32 PM
'Jane' testifies about financial relationship with Sean Combs
Two years after their first “hotel night,” "Jane" testified, Sean "Diddy" Combs started paying her $10,000 monthly rent.
June 10, 2025 at 7:32 PM