Judge Denies Diddy Trial Delay Request

A federal judge has denied Sean 'Diddy' Combs' request to postpone his sex trafficking and racketeering trial, confirming the May 5 start date despite his defense team's arguments about new charges and late evidence disclosures. Judge Arun Subramanian ruled that Combs' legal team has adequate resources and rejected claims of withheld evidence as grounds for delay. The trial is expected to last eight to ten weeks, with opening statements scheduled for May 12. Combs remains in jail and has pleaded not guilty to all five charges, including sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation to engage in prostitution. The judge also granted anonymity to several accusers to protect their identities, a move supported by prosecutors and opposed by the defense. Tensions persist over evidence access, witness lists, and jury selection as the case garners significant public attention.