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Sean “Diddy” Combs is heading to federal court soon, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. The once-celebrated rapper and music mogul is now facing serious criminal charges, including multiple counts of sex trafficking and racketeering. While he’s built a powerful legal team to defend himself, the prosecution is also coming in strong — and all eyes are on them.
According to reports, the federal prosecutors in this high-profile case are all women — and notably, they’re all white, as highlighted by TMZ. The team is being led by Maurene Ryan Comey, a seasoned federal prosecutor and, interestingly, the daughter of James Comey, the former FBI Director.
Maurene isn’t just known because of her famous father. She’s a Harvard Law School graduate and has made a name for herself in the legal world with a strong track record — especially in cases related to sex crimes. One of her most high-profile successes was helping secure the conviction of Ghislaine Maxwell, the associate of Jeffrey Epstein, in another sex trafficking case.
Maurene Comey currently works in the Southern District of New York, one of the most prestigious and powerful prosecutor’s offices in the country. She’ll be leading the charge as jury selection kicks off next week in Diddy’s trial — a case that’s already grabbing national headlines due to its serious nature and celebrity status.
She’s joined by a strong team of fellow prosecutors, including Emily Anne Johnson, Madison Reddick Smyser, Mary Christine Slavik, Meredith Foster, and Mitzi Steiner — all of whom bring impressive legal credentials and courtroom experience.
As for Diddy, he’s pleaded not guilty to all five charges against him. These include:
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Two counts of sex trafficking
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Two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution
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One count of racketeering
Meanwhile, behind the scenes, it’s been reported that Diddy is urgently looking to add a specific type of lawyer to his defense team just weeks before the trial — showing how intense and complex this legal battle is shaping up to be.
With heavy accusations, a sharp team of prosecutors, and a celebrity defendant at the center, this case is likely to draw massive public attention as it unfolds in the courtroom.