The federal trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs has begun in New York, where he faces severe allegations including sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy. Combs allegedly manipulated women for sexual favors, using threats, drugs, and violence to maintain control. His defense claims his relationships were consensual and emphasizes the absence of criminal conduct in his lifestyle. The trial is expected to last at least six weeks, with jury selection already underway, employing anonymity for protection. Combs has pleaded not guilty and the stakes remain high with potential life sentences if convicted.
Combs is accused of sex trafficking and using violence to control women, including offering career boosts for compliance.
His attorney stated all sexual activity was consensual, arguing that nothing criminal occurred within his lifestyle, which included non-monogamous relationships.
The trial could last six weeks; jury selection has begun with an anonymous jury to protect jurors from public scrutiny.
Combs has pleaded not guilty, with his attorney acknowledging issues in his past but emphasizing the consensual nature of relationships.
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