Is Diddy Getting Out Soon? White House Says No

The White House has dismissed rumors that President Trump might grant an early release to Sean "Diddy" Combs, who is currently serving a 50-month sentence for charges related to transporting people for prostitution.

White House Response

• Source Close to the White House: Claims Trump is considering it, but staffers advise against it.
• White House Spokesperson: Calls the report "fake news" and states the president makes the final call on pardons and commutations.

Legal Background

• Charges: Combs was found not guilty of more serious charges like sex trafficking and racketeering.
• Trump's Stance: Previously stated he probably wouldn't pardon Combs but acknowledged his "sort of, half innocent" status due to acquittals.

Historical Context

• Relationship: Trump and Combs have a history, both rising to fame in New York.
• Political Divide: Their relationship soured when Trump entered politics. Combs endorsed Joe Biden in 2020, warning of a potential "race war" under Trump.

Legal Appeals and Sentencing

• Appeal Process: Combs' lawyers plan to appeal, arguing the charges are outdated.
• Sentencing Details:
• Prosecutors' Request: Over 11 years in prison.
• Defense Request: 14 months.
• Judge's Decision: 50 months, minus time already served.

Current Situation

• Incarceration: Combs has served 13 months at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.
• Transfer Delays: Potential delays due to a government shutdown.
• Prison Request: Combs' legal team seeks transfer to FCI Fort Dix, a low-security prison in New Jersey.

Judge's Condemnation

• Abuse Allegations: Judge condemned Combs for abusing his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura and another woman.
• Impact: Described the harm as "irreparable."
• Civil Complaint: Ventura's lawyer stated her civil complaint led to the criminal investigation.