Diddy Convicted on Prostitution, Acquitted Racketeering Charges

Rapper 50 Cent reacted with a mix of sarcasm and mockery to Sean "Diddy" Combs' mixed federal trial verdict, where Combs was acquitted of serious sex trafficking and racketeering charges but found guilty on two counts of transportation for prostitution. 50 Cent posted on Instagram calling Combs a "bad man" and likening him to the mobster John Gotti, who also had a history of evading major convictions before eventual imprisonment. The rivalry between the two artists, dating back to the 2000s, intensified during the trial as 50 Cent used social media to troll Combs by referencing testimony and past accusations. Despite the acquittals, Combs faces up to 20 years in prison for the prostitution-related convictions. Combs’ ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura expressed being "pleased" with the verdict through her lawyer. President Donald Trump has indicated he might consider a pardon after reviewing the facts, while 50 Cent made a pointed comment about Combs’ past criticisms of Trump.