Former President Donald Trump was recently inquired about the possibility of pardoning music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, who is presently undergoing trial for charges related to sex trafficking, racketeering, and other associated offenses in New York. Combs, facing five criminal charges, has entered a plea of not guilty.
The trial, which has now reached its third week, has featured testimonies from his former girlfriend Cassie, who has accused him of years of abuse, as well as rapper Kid Cudi, who asserted that Diddy was implicated in the 2012 firebombing of his Porsche. Additionally, a male escort known as “The Punisher” provided testimony regarding alleged sexual encounters involving Combs.
Trump, who was often seen in photographs with Combs and regarded him as a friend in the early 2000s, addressed the inquiry during a press conference.
“No one has inquired, but I am aware that people are contemplating it,” Trump stated. “I would consider what is occurring… I have not encountered him. I have not communicated with him in years.”
He recognized their previous friendship but indicated that their bond diminished once he became involved in politics: “He used to have a strong affection for me, but I believe that ceased when I decided to run for office.”
Trump further stated that their friendship would not sway his judgment regarding a possible pardon. “If I believe someone has been wronged, it would not matter to me whether they are fond of me or not.”
His remarks follow shortly after he granted pardons to reality television personalities Todd and Julie Chrisley, as well as rapper NBA Youngboy, who expressed gratitude to Trump for the chance to “continue developing—as a man, as a father, and as an artist.”
