The Megyn Kelly Show Diddy NOT Guilty on Most Serious Charges, and Bryan Kohberger Takes Plea Deal, with Aidala, Holloway, Blum, Murphy | Ep. 1100
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Jul 2, 2025 Phil Holloway, a trial attorney from Atlanta, joins famed criminal defense attorney Arthur Aidala and former homicide prosecutor Matt Murphy for a deep dive into Diddy’s recent not guilty verdict on serious charges, discussing courtroom antics and the implications of the jury's decision. They shift focus to Bryan Kohberger's plea deal in the Idaho murders, exploring the emotional fallout for victims' families, courtroom dynamics, and concerns about justice as they analyze the prosecution's choices and the complexities surrounding high-profile plea agreements.
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Diddy's Partial Acquittal Explained
- Sean Combs was acquitted of the most serious charges but found guilty of two transportation to engage in prostitution counts.
- The jury believed the defense that the women had agency and chose to participate, despite evidence of coercion.
Sentencing Outlook for Diddy
- Despite convictions on lesser counts, Sean Combs faces serious sentencing but likely less than long prison terms.
- Federal sentencing guidelines offer a range, but judges may consider trial facts beyond convicted counts in sentencing.
Unpredictability of Juries
- Jury verdicts are influenced by reasonable doubt and jurors' biases and interpretations.
- Juries cannot always be trusted to get verdicts right, reflecting the complexity of high-profile trials.
