On the first day of jury selection in Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal trial, the courtroom was filled with a diverse group of prospective jurors, each undergoing thorough questioning to assess their impartiality. Judge Arun Subramanian led the proceedings, aiming to narrow down the pool to 12 jurors and six alternates. The selection process involved detailed inquiries into the jurors' backgrounds, media consumption, and any potential biases, especially concerning the high-profile nature of the case and the serious charges involved. Notably, some jurors acknowledged familiarity with a widely circulated video allegedly showing Combs assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, and others mentioned exposure to related media content. Despite these admissions, several jurors affirmed their ability to remain objective, and 19 individuals were retained for further consideration. The prosecution and defense teams meticulously evaluated the responses, with the defense expressing concerns over potential biases stemming from prior knowledge of the case. The court emphasized the importance of assembling a fair and impartial jury, given the gravity of the allegations, which include sex trafficking and racketeering. As the day concluded, the judge instructed the retained jurors to avoid media coverage and discussions about the case, underscoring the need for impartiality. Jury selection is set to continue, with opening statements scheduled for May 12. to contact me: bobbycapucci@protonmail.com source: <a href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2025/05/05/diddy-trial-updates-day-1/83253222007/" target="_blank">What happened during Diddy's trial? Combs faces sweeping charges</a> Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support</a>.

On the first day of jury selection in Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal trial, the courtroom was filled with a diverse group of prospective jurors, each undergoing thorough questioning to assess their impartiality. Judge Arun Subramanian led the...

The Case Against Diddy: Jury Selection Kicks Off On Day Number 1 Of The Diddy Trial (5/6/25)