Diddy Seeks Exclusion of Sexual Assault Claims from Criminal Trial

Sean 'Diddy' Combs is facing a federal trial set to begin on May 5, 2025, amid a series of sexual assault allegations and new charges including racketeering and sex trafficking. Combs' legal team is actively seeking to exclude evidence from numerous civil lawsuits related to sexual misconduct, arguing that these allegations are uncharged, uncorroborated, and would unfairly prejudice the jury. Meanwhile, the government maintains that this evidence is crucial to demonstrate a pattern of coercive behavior by Combs. Additionally, Combs' attorneys have filed a motion to prevent forensic psychologist Dr. Dawn Hughes from testifying, claiming her input would create bias against him. With a potential sentence of 15 years to life, Combs continues to deny all allegations, asserting that many claims stem from consensual relationships and criticizing the media's portrayal of the case. The ongoing legal battle highlights the complexities of balancing criminal charges with a growing number of civil complaints against the music mogul.