Judge rejects Diddy's request to delay sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs sits with members of his defense team Teny Geragos and Alexandra Shapiro for a conference ahead of his trial next month on sex trafficking charges, in New York, US, April 18, 2025, in this courtroom sketch.
Combs faces charges of racketeering and sex trafficking
Lawyers for hip-hop mogul say sexual activity was consensual
Supporter in courtroom wears 'Free Puff' sweatshirt
A US judge on Friday denied Sean "Diddy" Combs' bid to delay his upcoming sex-trafficking trial by two months.
US District Judge Arun Subramanian said the hip-hop mogul made his request too close to his trial. Jury selection is scheduled to start on May 5, with opening statements on May 12.
