On Monday, June 2, 2025, during the ongoing federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs, his former assistant, testifying under the pseudonym "Mia," continued her cross-examination. Defense attorney Brian Steel presented the jury with messages and a 2013 video in which Mia expressed admiration for Combs, referring to him as "one of the biggest inspirations in my life." Steel questioned the credibility of Mia's allegations by highlighting these past expressions of affection. Mia responded by explaining that her actions were a result of psychological manipulation and abuse, stating she was "brainwashed" and constantly sought Combs' approval due to the emotionally abusive environment she was in. She emphasized that despite her past messages, her courtroom testimony about the alleged assaults was truthful .

The prosecution objected to the defense's line of questioning, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Maurene Comey accusing Steel of conducting a "humiliating" cross-examination that bordered on harassment. Comey argued that such tactics could deter other victims from coming forward. Judge Arun Subramanian acknowledged the concerns but stated he had not observed any misconduct, allowing the cross-examination to proceed. Mia's testimony is central to the prosecution's case, which alleges that Combs operated a criminal enterprise involving abuse, coercion, and exploitation. Combs has pleaded not guilty to all charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy, and faces a potential life sentence if convicted .

On the afternoon of Monday, June 2, 2025, during Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, the prosecution's key witness, known by the pseudonym "Mia," concluded her testimony. Under cross-examination, defense attorney Brian Steel highlighted affectionate messages Mia had sent to Combs after her employment ended in 2017, including a 2019 text describing a dream where Combs rescued her from R. Kelly. Mia explained that she was "brainwashed" during that period, describing her relationship with Combs as one where "the highs were really high and the lows were really low," leading to confusion in trusting her instincts


Following Mia's testimony, the prosecution called Sylvia Oken, a custodian at The Beverly Hills Hotel, who testified about additional cleaning fees charged to Combs' hotel account, including a $500 charge for "oil damage." Oken noted that Combs often used aliases such as "Phillip Pines" during his stays . The trial, now in its fourth week, continues with Combs facing multiple charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy. If convicted, he could face a life sentence.

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