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Donald Trump is reportedly giving serious thought to granting Sean “Diddy” Combs a full presidential pardon before the incarcerated Hip-Hop mogul’s sentencing date on October 3, following his federal conviction earlier this year.
Diddy was found guilty in July on two counts tied to the Mann Act, which prohibits transporting individuals across state lines for prostitution. He was acquitted of more severe charges involving racketeering and sex trafficking. With time already served, he faces a likely federal prison term of two to three years.
According to reports, sources close to the situation say conversations about a pardon have escalated in recent days.
Allies of Diddy have reportedly been lobbying behind the scenes, and the White House is said to be treating the matter as an “actionable event.”
While no official decision has been made, speculation is swirling that Trump’s interest in the case may be politically motivated.
Jones, D. (2025, July 30). Sean ‘Diddy’ combs asks judge to release him on $50m bond as Trump “seriously considers” pardoning rapper. NME. https://www.nme.com/news/music/sean-diddy-combs-asks-judge-to-release-him-on-50m-bond-as-trump-is-seriously-considering-pardoning-the-rapper-3881643