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White House Dismisses Pardon Rumors for Sean “Diddy” Combs

The White House has firmly rejected claims that President Donald Trump is contemplating a presidential pardon for rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs. In an email statement, a White House official labeled the rumors as “fake news,” specifically addressing a report from TMZ that suggested Trump might commute Combs’ 50-month prison sentence.
Combs received his sentence on October 3, 2023, following his conviction in July on two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution, a violation of the Mann Act. The jury acquitted him of more serious charges including sex trafficking and racketeering after a two-month trial. Having already served 13 months in prison, Combs could potentially be released in two years, given that he receives credit for time served.
Just days after the sentencing, Trump acknowledged that Combs was among several individuals who had requested pardons. “A lot of people have asked me for pardons,” Trump stated to reporters in the Oval Office. He referred to Combs as “Puff Daddy,” confirming that the rapper had made such a request.
In a significant step following the conviction, Combs’ legal team filed an appeal with the Federal District Court of New York on Monday. This legal move indicates their intention to challenge the verdict, which has garnered attention in the media.
The rumors regarding a potential pardon for Combs surfaced shortly after Trump granted clemency to former Republican Congressman George Santos on Friday. Santos had been sentenced to 87 months in prison for wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.
Currently, Combs is serving his sentence at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn. Recent court documents reveal stringent conditions that Combs will face upon his release. He will be subject to a five-year supervised release, during which he must meet regularly with a probation officer. Additionally, he is required to reside at a location approved by his probation officer, who will have the authority to conduct unannounced visits.
Combs is also prohibited from owning firearms or any dangerous weapons and must refrain from communicating with individuals involved in criminal activities. Furthermore, he is mandated to work a minimum of 30 hours per week to fulfill the requirements of his supervised release.
The developments surrounding Sean Combs and his legal situation continue to unfold, highlighting the complexities of the justice system and the potential implications of presidential pardons.
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