Diddy was denied bail Wednesday (July 2) regardless of being acquitted of essentially the most extreme prices in his federal intercourse trafficking case, leaving his mom Janice Combs bracing for what’s subsequent as sentencing looms.

The 55-year-old mogul was cleared of racketeering and intercourse trafficking prices that would have led to a life sentence, however a Manhattan federal jury discovered him responsible of two lesser counts of transportation to interact in prostitution. Those convictions carry a possible sentence of as much as 20 years. Judge Arun Subramanian dominated that Diddy will stay in custody till his sentencing listening to in early October.

Inside the courtroom, feelings ran excessive as the decision was learn simply earlier than 10 a.m. native time. Spectators erupted when the jury foreman introduced three not responsible verdicts. Diddy, wearing a darkish go well with, smiled and clasped his palms in prayer. His son, Christian “King” Combs, celebrated within the courthouse elevator, telling the Daily Mail, “First thing I’m gonna do is hug my Pops!” His older brother, Justin Combs, added, “I am so happy.”

Janice Combs, 80, remained composed all through the day, even because the courtroom buzzed with applause and tears from household and associates. Dressed in white pants and a navy-striped high, she quietly excused herself to the restroom earlier than the decide’s bail ruling, calmly fixing her lipstick within the mirror.

“Do I seem calm? Of course I do,” she informed the Daily Mail. “Does anyone want to see me faint or collapse? No, they don’t. And I don’t want to see it myself. So… I hold it together.”

Despite the partial authorized win, Janice made it clear the household isn’t celebrating but.

“It hasn’t been easy and it’s not over yet,” she stated. “We’re not making any plans [for a celebration] because it’s too soon.”

Her poise stood in distinction to the courtroom’s emotional launch. Diddy’s 18-year-old twin daughters, D’Lila and Jessie, leaned on one another because the not responsible verdicts have been learn. Janice hugged her sister however in any other case remained stoic.

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Diddy has been in jail since his arrest in September 2024 on prices of racketeering conspiracy, intercourse trafficking and prostitution-related offenses. His authorized workforce, led by legal professional Marc Agnifilo, had pushed for launch following the decision, arguing that Diddy must be allowed to return to Florida to look after his mom. The decide denied the request.

“I put all my faith in God, he’s the only one,” Janice stated. “The rest of it is just noise and doesn’t have anything to do with me. Thank you for asking, I appreciate it.”

The trial, which started in early May, included graphic testimony and allegations of abuse, drug use and coercion. Diddy’s household attended practically each session.

His sentencing is scheduled for October 2.

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