Sean Combs Denied New Trial Ahead of October Sentencing in Federal Sex-Trafficking Case

Sean "Diddy" Combs was denied an acquittal and a new trial in his federal case involving charges of arranging interstate travel for prostitution, with his sentencing scheduled for October 3, 2025. U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian ruled that the government presented overwhelming evidence of Combs's guilt under the Mann Act, including testimony from Combs's ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura and a woman known as "Jane," as well as corroborating texts and emails. While Combs was acquitted of more serious charges such as sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy, he faces up to 10 years in prison for each of the two counts of transportation for prostitution. Prosecutors have requested a sentence of at least 11 years and three months, citing Combs as "unrepentant," while his defense attorneys have asked for a sentence of no more than 14 months, pointing to the time he has already served in custody. Ventura submitted a victim impact statement asking the judge to consider the harm Combs caused through abuse and control. Despite his acquittals on major charges, Combs remains in custody and faces a significant prison term following his conviction on the remaining counts.