The high-stakes federal trial of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs is scheduled to begin on May 5, 2025, at the Daniel Patrick Moynihan Courthouse in Manhattan, in what’s expected to be one of the most closely watched legal battles of the year.
At 55 years old, Combs is facing five serious federal charges, including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transporting individuals for prostitution. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
The trial will open with jury selection, followed by opening statements expected around May 12. A recent defense request to delay the proceedings by two months was denied by the presiding judge, keeping the court’s timeline on track.
Federal prosecutors estimate their case will span about three weeks, while the defense team anticipates concluding its presentation in under a week. The outcome of the trial could have seismic consequences for the entertainment industry and reshape the legacy of one of its most powerful figures.
Although cameras are not allowed in federal courtrooms, the case is set to generate massive media coverage and online commentary due to Combs’ celebrity status and the gravity of the allegations.
The charges are part of a broader federal crackdown on alleged criminal conduct involving public figures, with the case promising to expose details of the inner workings of Diddy’s empire and inner circle.
Combs has maintained his innocence, with his legal team asserting that the accusations are “baseless, sensationalized, and part of a smear campaign.”
