Ari Melber recounts Day 1 of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ sex trafficking trial and explains the complex dynamics of misogyny, racism and homophobia at play.

Cassie Ventura took the stand as the prosecution’s star witness. She recounted years of alleged manipulation and abuse, describing a life dominated by Combs’ orchestrated “freak-offs” — multi-day, drug-fueled encounters with sex workers. Her testimony painted a chilling albeit alleged portrait of control, fear, and psychological torment.

Diddy: Cultural icon, private villain, prosecutors say Johnson said in her opening statement that Combs ran a two-decade criminal conspiracy with the help of an inner circle of bodyguards and high ...

The sex-trafficking trial of Sean Diddy Combs, which kicks off on Monday, marks the highest-profile case so far for a nascent group in the Manhattan U.S. Attorney's office focusing on criminal prosecution of civil rights violations.

Sean Combs on Trial examines the legal downfall of Sean “Diddy” Combs, a music figure once celebrated for his cultural impact.

Diddy: Cultural icon, private villain, prosecutors say Johnson said in her opening statement that Combs ran a two-decade criminal conspiracy with the help of an inner circle of bodyguards and high ...

The trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs began with jurors hearing opening statements and dramatic testimonies, including allegations of coerced sexual encounters involving Cassie.

Sean "Diddy" Combs is currently facing serious legal trouble. The jury selection process began for his criminal trial on Monday, May 5, 2025, in New York City.

The trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs hasn't even really begun, but it's already breaking the internet. What does the fascination say about us?