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Trump Considers Pardon for Diddy Amid Ongoing Sex Trafficking Trial

President Trump hints at a potential pardon for Sean 'Diddy' Combs, who faces serious federal charges, if he believes Combs was mistreated.

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During a press conference, President Trump stated he would consider a pardon for Sean 'Diddy' Combs, currently on trial for sex trafficking and racketeering. Trump acknowledged he hasn't followed the case closely but would look at the facts if asked. Combs, who has pleaded not guilty, faces severe charges including racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking, with a potential life sentence if convicted. Trump's comments come amid ongoing media coverage of the trial and speculation about possible pardons.

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"…Despite the efforts of Combs’ allies, some Trump admin officials who were aware of the outreach told Rolling Stone they weren’t taking the possibility of a Combs pardon that seriously."

Trump Addresses Possible Sean Combs Pardon: 'I Would Certainly Look at the Facts'
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"…Trump indicated that he would consider 'if I think somebody was mistreated.'"

Trump answers whether he would consider a Diddy pardon
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"…Mr. Combs, a music producer and rapper, is charged with racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation of prostitution, and faces a maximum sentence of life in prison if convicted."

'I Would Certainly Look at the Facts': Trump Says He Would Consider a Pardon for Diddy
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"…Trump emphasized that any pardon decision would be based solely on the merits of the case."

Trump Asked About Potential Pardon For Diddy
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"…Trump's comments at a White House news conference came as Combs attended the 13th day of testimony in the rapper's criminal sex trafficking trial."

Trump: No Requests to Pardon Diddy, but Will Look at the Facts
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs is facing serious federal charges, including racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking, which carry a potential life sentence if convicted.

President Trump stated he would consider a pardon if he believed Sean 'Diddy' Combs was mistreated, although he acknowledged not having closely followed the case.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs has pleaded not guilty to the federal charges related to racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking.

There is no clear evidence from the article about previous specific pardons of high-profile celebrities under President Trump. However, Trump is known for using his clemency powers for controversial figures and celebrities during his presidency.

Testimony from a prosecution witness, referred to as 'Mia,' detailed violent encounters and alleged abuse by Sean 'Diddy' Combs, including him throwing a computer at her and pressuring her to perform tasks under duress.

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