Sean “Diddy” Combs will remain behind bars for now after a judge turned down his latest request for bail. On Monday, Judge Arun Subramanian denied Diddy’s second attempt to be released while he awaits sentencing, which is scheduled for October 3rd.
Federal prosecutors opposed the request, and the judge agreed, saying there were no strong enough reasons to justify letting Diddy out early. His legal team had recently filed a new motion arguing that he’s essentially being punished before sentencing for hiring and transporting male sex workers across state lines. “He’s probably the only man in America behind bars for this,” they claimed.
The court, however, viewed the case as more serious. The judge pointed out that there was also “evidence of violence, coercion or subjugation” connected to the alleged prostitution, which played a major role in his decision to keep Diddy in custody.
Diddy’s attorneys had also voiced concerns about conditions at MDC Brooklyn, where he’s currently being held. They mentioned a recent incident involving a threat from another inmate. In response, the judge said the facility has managed to protect Diddy, even during that event.
To support his request for release, Diddy had offered a $50 million bond and promised to stay at his home in Miami, only traveling between Florida and New York. The judge declined that offer, stating it would not affect the outcome. He also clarified that this decision has no impact on how he’ll rule during the upcoming sentencing.
Now, attention is shifting toward Donald Trump. Sources say the former president is “more than open” to the idea of granting Diddy a pardon and had been waiting to see how this bail request played out before making any moves.
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