Judge Allows Jay-Z to File Motion to Dismiss Rape Lawsuit

The lawsuit alleges Jay-Z and Sean 'Diddy' Combs raped a 13-year-old in 2000, claims both stars deny.

A federal judge in New York has granted Jay-Z’s request to file a motion to dismiss a lawsuit accusing him of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000.
Jay-Z’s lawyer argues the lawsuit cannot proceed under New York's Gender-Motivated Violence Protection Act, as the law was enacted after the alleged incident and does not apply retroactively.
The plaintiff, identified as 'Jane Doe,' claims the assault occurred at an MTV Video Music Awards afterparty and is represented by attorney Tony Buzbee.
Jay-Z has denied the allegations and is also pursuing legal action against Doe’s attorney, accusing him of defamation and extortion.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs, also named in the lawsuit, faces additional legal troubles, including federal sex trafficking and racketeering charges, for which he remains in custody.