Anderson Cooper 360 Jury Views Graphic Texts Between Seam “Diddy” Combs & Cassie Ventura
May 16, 2025
Oliver Widger, a daring adventurer who traded his 401K for a sailboat after being diagnosed with a rare bone disorder, shares his captivating journey across the Pacific with his rescue cat, Phoenix. He discusses the thrill and challenges of sailing into the unknown while confronting his health issues. The podcast also delves into the gripping courtroom drama of Sean “Diddy” Combs and Cassie Ventura, revealing emotional testimonies and the complexities of consent and coercion in high-profile relationships.
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Defense Highlights Supposed Consent
- The defense aimed to show Cassie Ventura's participation in "freak-offs" was consensual and loving at times.
- This strategy centers on arguing lack of coercion to counter sex trafficking charges.
Complex Nature of Consent in Abuse
- Consent in abusive relationships can be complex, mixing fear and love.
- Jurors must weigh the credibility of claims of coercion versus consensual acts in the case.
Drug Use and Legal Limits
- Both Combs and Ventura were addicted to opioids and used drugs during incidents of abuse.
- Defense suggests intoxication may explain violent outbursts but it is not a legal defense in this case.