The courtroom in Manhattan is bracing for a major turning point as Sean “Diddy” Combs prepares to return today and hear whether his fate will be sealed.
After weeks of emotional testimony, disturbing allegations, and high-stakes legal drama, the jury is still stuck on the most serious charge against him—racketeering conspiracy.
The Jury Reaches a Breaking Point Over Key Charge
While jurors were able to come to an agreement on four of the five charges, they hit a wall when it came to the biggest one.
They sent a note to U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian on Tuesday saying they were at a deadlock: “We are unable to reach a verdict on count 1 as we have jurors with unpersuadable opinions on both sides.”
That count, racketeering conspiracy, carries the harshest possible outcome—up to life in prison.
The charge alleges that Diddy orchestrated a criminal operation that exploited and abused women over the years.
It’s the cornerstone of the government’s case, and the one still hanging in the balance.
Four Charges Agreed Upon but Kept Under Wraps
Although the jury has reached a verdict on two sex trafficking charges and two charges of transporting individuals for prostitution, those outcomes are being kept sealed for now.
These charges relate to Diddy’s treatment of two women: his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, and another accuser known only as “Jane” throughout the trial.
For context, if convicted of the charges related to the two women, Diddy could face:
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15 years to life for each of the sex trafficking charges
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Up to 10 years for each of the transportation for prostitution charges
And if the jury eventually agrees on the racketeering count, Diddy could be looking at a life sentence.
The Judge Isn’t Ready to Give Up Yet
Judge Subramanian isn’t calling it quits.
After about 12 hours of deliberation, he instructed the jury to return for a third day of closed-door discussion.
Both the defense and the prosecution agreed it was too early to declare a hung jury on such a major charge.
The judge laid out three options:
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Keep deliberating, which is the current course.
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Deliver an Allen charge — a formal instruction to encourage jurors to re-examine their views and aim for consensus.
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Accept a partial verdict, which would acknowledge that only some charges can be resolved.
“We are not there yet,” the judge said about that third option, signaling his intent to push for more discussion.
Diddy’s Silent Message to His Mom Speaks Volumes
As the courtroom drama reached a boiling point Tuesday, Diddy kept his cool—at least outwardly.
Surrounded by his team of eight lawyers, the 55-year-old rapper turned to his mother, Janice Combs, and quietly mouthed, “I’ll be all right, love you,” as he was escorted out of court.
His mother, now 85, has been a steady presence throughout the trial, sitting through painful testimony and tense exchanges.
A Trial That’s Gripped the Nation
This case has been one of the most high-profile celebrity trials in recent memory.
From leaked videos and emotional testimony to secret recordings and explosive allegations, the public has been watching closely.
The Daily Mail has even been documenting the proceedings in its popular podcast, The Trial, featuring behind-the-scenes insights, expert commentary, and stories from those close to Diddy.
The Charges in Detail and What They Mean
Here’s a breakdown of what’s at stake for Diddy:
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Count 1: Racketeering conspiracy – up to life in prison
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Count 2: Sex trafficking (Cassie) – 15 years to life
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Count 3: Transporting for prostitution (Cassie) – up to 10 years
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Count 4: Sex trafficking (“Jane”) – 15 years to life
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Count 5: Transporting for prostitution (“Jane”) – up to 10 years
So even without a verdict on racketeering, the remaining charges alone could land him behind bars for decades.
What Comes Next as the Jury Returns
Deliberations resume at 9 a.m. today.
The judge and both legal teams are hoping the jury can push through their current impasse.
If they can’t, we may soon reach the point where a partial verdict is announced publicly—and the racketeering charge could be declared a mistrial.
Until then, everyone—Diddy included—waits. And the stakes couldn’t be higher.