Opening arguments begin in Sean Combs trial

By Isabella Gomez Sarmiento

Published May 12, 2025 at 5:05 PM EDT

The charges in Combs' federal criminal trial include sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy. He has pleaded not guilty. If convicted of all charges, Combs could spend the rest of his life in prison.

Isabella Gomez Sarmiento

Isabella Gomez Sarmiento is a production assistant with Weekend Edition.

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