Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs will remain in federal custody until his May 2025 trial after withdrawing his bail appeal Friday, according to court documents. The decision follows three unsuccessful bail attempts since his September arrest on federal sex crime charges.
Federal Judge Arun Subramanian previously denied Combs’ latest bail request on November 27, citing public safety concerns and the severity of charges. The rap mogul faces multiple federal charges including sex trafficking by force, racketeering conspiracy, and transportation to engage in prostitution.
The indictment alleges Combs led a “criminal enterprise” involving systematic abuse of victims through sexual, physical, emotional, and verbal means. Additional charges include narcotics offenses, arson, bribery, kidnapping, and forced labor.
Attorney Tony Buzbee, representing multiple alleged victims, estimates approximately 300 potential cases against Combs, with claims spanning two decades from both male and female accusers. Buzbee’s team has reportedly received 3,000 calls following an October press conference seeking potential victims, resulting in 20 lawsuits filed to date.
Combs’ legal team has dismissed the mounting lawsuits as “shameless publicity stunts” designed to extract payments through false allegations. His trial is scheduled to begin May 5, 2025.
