Diddy Ex-Assistant Testifies Amid Defense Challenge in Federal Sex Trafficking Trial

At Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, his former personal assistant, known as “Mia,” testified in detail about alleged repeated sexual assaults and forced labor during her employment. Defense attorney Brian Steel aggressively cross-examined Mia, presenting numerous social media posts in which she praised Combs as a mentor and friend, attempting to undermine her credibility by highlighting what he called contradictory public displays of affection. Mia maintained that the social media posts were a facade, explaining that Instagram was used to project a positive image despite her suffering. She recounted specific incidents including being forcibly kissed at Combs’ 40th birthday party and raped in his Los Angeles home, asserting that her courtroom testimony was truthful despite Steel’s attempts to suggest exaggeration. The defense’s focus on social media aimed to challenge the portrayal of Combs as a predator, but Mia insisted that the photos and posts did not reflect the reality of her experience. Combs has pleaded not guilty and faces potential life imprisonment if convicted, while the trial continues to hear from other women alleging abuse.