Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Lawyer Withdraws Ahead of May Sex Trafficking Trial

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' legal representation has diminished as attorney Anthony Ricco filed a motion to withdraw from the high-profile sex trafficking case, citing unspecified reasons protected by attorney-client privilege. Ricco, one of six attorneys on Combs' defense team, emphasized that his withdrawal would not delay the trial scheduled for May 5, 2025, and that Combs remains represented by other attorneys. In parallel, Combs' team is seeking to dismiss one charge of transportation to engage in prostitution, arguing the statute has racist origins and that he is being unfairly targeted due to his status as a powerful Black man. Combs is currently incarcerated and has pleaded not guilty to all charges, including racketeering and sex trafficking, while maintaining that he has been wrongfully accused. Additionally, he has filed a $100 million defamation lawsuit against NBCUniversal over claims made in a recent documentary about his life. The case continues to draw significant public and media attention amidst ongoing legal challenges.