June 1st 2025.
During a Fox News interview on May 30, reporter Peter Doocy asked former President Donald Trump about the possibility of pardoning music mogul Sean Combs. Trump, known for his self-centered approach, took the opportunity to make the question about himself.
As reported by The Huffington Post, Trump responded in his usual fashion, going off on a tangent that didn't directly address the question at hand. "I haven't spoken to him in years," Trump told Doocy. "He used to really like me, but I think our relationship soured when I entered the world of politics. I've read some negative things he's said about me in the media, but he never told me directly. It's a shame."
Trump then went on to explain how running for office changes a person and how he believes he is doing what's best for the country, even if it's not always popular. He also stated that he would look at the facts before making any decisions, regardless of whether the person likes him or not.
Currently, Combs is facing serious charges from the Department of Justice, including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution. According to NBC News, the trial has been ongoing for eight weeks and the testimony of Combs' former employees may be crucial in securing a conviction.
Mark Chutkow, a defense attorney and former federal prosecutor, stated that the testimony of Combs' former global brand director, Capricorn Clark, could paint a damning picture of Combs and his alleged criminal activities. "It's clear that Combs used manipulation, coercion, control, and violence to get what he wanted," Chutkow said. "This will surely sway the jury and show that he needs to be held accountable for his actions."
Rachel Maimin, a former federal prosecutor, explained that proving racketeering charges can be complex, but it only takes one witness or circumstantial evidence to secure a conviction. "Prosecutors are linking the crimes to Combs' business and showing that he used his employees to carry out illegal activities," Maimin said.
If found guilty, Combs could face a lengthy prison sentence, but there have been reports that he is trying to get a pardon from Trump. Rolling Stone previously reported that some of Combs' associates are reaching out to Trump administration officials in hopes of securing clemency. A source close to the situation stated that Combs is willing to do anything to avoid prison time, even if it means appealing to Trump himself.
"He's always been this way," the source said. "He'll do whatever it takes to get out of a tough situation." The trial is expected to conclude by the Fourth of July, and Combs' fate will be decided.
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