Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy The Trial: Abuse or Coercion?
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May 13, 2025 The trial opens with heated exchanges as both sides present their arguments. The prosecution claims the sexual conduct was coercive, while the defense acknowledges Combs's temper but denies domestic violence charges. Key testimony comes from a former hotel security guard recounting a violent incident. The discussion also dives into courtroom dynamics, emphasizing the importance of allowing victims to testify and the complexities of juror selection, highlighting nonverbal communication in building a defense strategy.
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Older Jury May Favor Defense
- Half of the jurors are aged 51 to 74, with a majority over 67 years old.
- Older jurors may have a stricter view on consent, which may favor the defense's strategy.
Defense Admits Abuse but Denies Trafficking
- The defense admits Sean Combs has a temper and may have been violent.
- They argue isolated incidents of abuse don't equal charges of coercion or trafficking.
Video Interpretation Key to Defense
- The defense offers a new interpretation of a key video showing violence.
- They frame it as a jealous dispute over a phone rather than coercion or trafficking.