Overview

• A federal judge ruled that a 2016 hotel video of Sean 'Diddy' Combs assaulting Cassie Ventura is admissible in his upcoming trial, despite defense claims of manipulation.
• Combs' legal team revealed plans to argue that his actions were part of a consensual 'swinger' lifestyle, countering prosecution claims of coercion and abuse.
• Prosecutors disclosed that Combs rejected a plea deal, though the terms of the offer remain undisclosed.
• The court limited the scope of expert testimony, barring the use of terms like 'coercive control' but allowing discussion of victim behavior and coping mechanisms.
• Prosecutors are seeking to seal sensitive 'Freak Off' videos from public access, with the judge deferring a final decision on the matter.