On the second day of jury selection in Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking trial, the court continued its meticulous process of vetting potential jurors. Judge Arun Subramanian conducted one-on-one interviews to assess biases and suitability for the high-profile case. Several prospective jurors were dismissed for various reasons: one admitted to daily marijuana use and expressed difficulty abstaining during the trial period; another believed Combs could "buy his way out of jail" due to his wealth; and a third had seen a video allegedly showing Combs assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, and was uncertain about remaining impartial. By the end of the day, 16 additional jurors were qualified, bringing the total to 35, with the goal of reaching 45 by the following day.


The trial, taking place in Manhattan, involves serious charges against Combs, including sex trafficking, racketeering, and transporting individuals for prostitution. Prosecutors allege that Combs orchestrated elaborate events described as “freak offs,” which were drug-fueled sex performances. Combs has pleaded not guilty to all charges and has been held without bail since his arrest in September 2024. The court aims to seat a jury by Wednesday, May 7, with opening statements scheduled for May 12.


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