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Cassie is due back for a second day of testimony in Sean Diddy Combs trial

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Published: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 1:16 pm

Cassie Returns to the Stand: Testimony Continues in Diddy Sex Trafficking Trial

R&B singer Cassie, whose legal name is Casandra Ventura, is back on the witness stand today for a second day of testimony in the sex trafficking trial of her ex-boyfriend, Sean "Diddy" Combs. Yesterday, Cassie delivered harrowing testimony, detailing a decade-long relationship marked by alleged abuse and control.

Cassie's testimony paints a disturbing picture of her time with Combs. She recounted being pressured into degrading sexual encounters, including "freak offs" with paid sex workers, and described numerous instances of physical violence. She testified that Combs would become violent over seemingly minor things, like her facial expressions. She also alleged that Combs used the threat of releasing videos of her with male sex workers to maintain control.

Combs' attorneys have acknowledged that Combs could be violent but maintain that the sexual acts were consensual and that the charges of sex trafficking and racketeering are unfounded. They have yet to cross-examine Cassie, which will be their opportunity to challenge her credibility and the details of her account.

Prosecutors accuse Combs of leveraging his power as a music executive to force women into drugged-up sex parties. Cassie met Combs in 2005 when she was 19, and their relationship lasted a decade. She left his record label in 2019 and sued him in 2023, alleging years of physical and sexual abuse. The trial is expected to last about two months, and Combs, 55, faces a minimum of 15 years in prison if convicted.

BNN's Perspective: This trial highlights the complexities of power dynamics and the potential for abuse within relationships. While the allegations are serious, it's crucial to remember that Combs is presumed innocent until proven guilty. The legal process must be allowed to unfold, and all evidence should be carefully considered before any judgment is made. The case underscores the importance of consent and the need for accountability when abuse is alleged.

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