CAFE Contributor Elie Honig reacts to listener responses to his recent article criticizing special counsel Jack Smith’s brief in his election interference case against former President Donald Trump.

Then, Elie is joined by Westchester County, New York District Attorney Mimi Rocah to break down the criminal indictment of music producer Sean “Diddy” Combs on sex trafficking and racketeering charges. They discuss the prosecutors’ decision to include references to salacious evidence in the indictment, the impact of Combs’ civil cases on the criminal investigation, and what special considerations go into prosecuting sex trafficking cases.

This is the second episode of a new special series exclusively for members of CAFE Insider. Each week, Elie Honig and special guests will tackle one major legal or policy issue, helping you stay informed. Let us know what you think. Write to us at letters@cafe.com.

Shownotes & transcript can be found at CAFE.com.

In other news, Stay Tuned is going live! RSVP here to our live remote taping with Ben Wikler, chairman of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin, taking place on 10/15 at 5pm ET.

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