Start Here Cassie Faces Diddy in Court
May 14, 2025
Aaron Katersky, ABC's chief investigative correspondent, offers gripping insights into the trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs, featuring powerful testimony from key witness Cassie Ventura about her tumultuous decade-long relationship with him. Alex Stone reports on the emotive resentencing of the Menendez brothers, who are now eligible for parole after years of legal battles. The discussion also touches on President Trump's plans to lift sanctions on Syria, highlighting the intertwining of celebrity culture and significant legal shifts.
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Diddy’s Alleged Criminal Enterprise
- Sean Combs allegedly used his business empire to orchestrate a criminal enterprise involving coercion and violence.
- Cassie Ventura testified to being forced into degrading sexual acts under threat of violence during their relationship.
Cassie Ventura’s Testimony
- Cassie Ventura testified she participated in weekly 'freak offs' coerced by Sean Combs, feeling humiliated and degraded.
- She described Combs controlling every detail, using drugs to manage the abuse, and resorting to violence if she refused.
Menendez Brothers Resentencing
- The Menendez brothers were resentenced from life without parole to 50 years to life, making them eligible for parole.
- The judge recognized their rehabilitation but condemned their horrific crimes, balancing justice and mercy.