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Jury Selection Nears Completion in Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Federal Trial

The jury in the high-profile racketeering and sex trafficking case is expected to be finalized by Friday, with opening statements set for May 12.

Overview

  • Judge Arun Subramanian has been conducting individual interviews to ensure impartiality, with jury selection extended to Friday to finalize the panel.
  • Defense attorney Mark Geragos faced judicial admonishment for referring to the prosecution team as a 'six-pack of white women' on his podcast.
  • Potential jurors have been dismissed for biases, including one who claimed Combs could use his wealth to evade justice and another who admitted to daily marijuana use.
  • Sean 'Diddy' Combs has pleaded not guilty to charges including racketeering and sex trafficking, which carry a potential life sentence if convicted.
  • Opening statements are scheduled for Monday, May 12, with the trial expected to last up to two months.