The federal sex-trafficking trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs is still making headlines with new details coming every day. These details are shared by victims and witnesses of the case. At the center of the case are allegations involving his former partner, singer Cassie Ventura.
The courtroom has heard claims of organised sexual encounters. These were referred to as “freak-offs,” and were allegedly arranged by Diddy. These events paint a troubling picture of Diddy’s lifestyle during their relationship.
As the trial unfolds, several high-profile figures have been mentioned. They either have a connection to witnesses or to the locations where these freak-offs took place.
The involvement of these celebrities may not be direct, yet the connection adds another layer of celebrity glamour to the case. One such figure is President Donald Trump.
Trump’s name entered the conversation when it was revealed that Diddy frequently used the Trump International Hotel in New York as a venue for the alleged events. Former personal assistant David James of Diddy testified about this pattern of use. He therefore linked Trump’s properties to the backdrop of these disturbing accusations.
BREAKING: Major bombshell drops in the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial as his former assistant claims that Donald Trump’s hotels in New York were the alleged sex trafficker’s “favorite.”
And it gets so much worse…
“Trump International, they knew me very well, they gave me a key,”… pic.twitter.com/yNe5WdhPto
— Occupy Democrats (@OccupyDemocrats) May 20, 2025
This link between Diddy’s trial and Donald Trump does not imply any wrongdoing on his part. But it explains the settings Diddy used for the alleged activities. Among several testimonies, one notable one was from Sharay “The Punisher” Hayes. He is a former exotic dancer. He detailed his participation in a 2012 event involving Diddy and Ventura.
Hayes explained that the encounter occurred at Trump Tower. During that time, he was hired to engage in sexual activity while Diddy observed. Hayes described how he wore a full face covering and left only his eyes visible. He guessed it was to obscure his identity during the act.
Diddy wore Muslim-like face covering during ‘FREAK OFF’S” Says Dancer Sharay “The Punisher” Hayes
Hayes, 51, says he was hired in the fall of 2012 by someone who called themselves Janet and was told to come to Trump Tower for what he thought was going to be a striptease for a… pic.twitter.com/oMvfEmbW3L
— The Gworls Are Fighting (@baddietvv) May 20, 2025
Hayes’s testimony gave away several scandalous details and also gave an account of the eerie and theatrical nature of Diddy’s alleged behavior. The use of a disguise added a bizarre and unsettling element to the incident.
There is an ongoing narrative to the whole trial. It shows that he went to great lengths to keep his presence concealed. Hayes’s testimony corroborates the same. Diddy took elaborate measures to keep his identity and presence hidden while orchestrating controversial events.
Sean “Diddy” Combs is reportedly set to beg President Trump for a pardon to escape decades behind bars.
He’s counting on their so-called “friendship” to tip the odds in his favor.
Back in 2020, Diddy had called for “white men like Trump” to be banished.
Now, he believes that… pic.twitter.com/xwulFAirtN
— Shadow of Ezra (@ShadowofEzra) April 8, 2025
The legal pressure is increasing every day. The possible track of defence and prosecution that could be taken are being discussed every day. Among these, the possibility of Diddy asking for a pardon from President Donald Trump is also on the table. There is a notion that he could seek a presidential pardon from Donald Trump.
Diddy has reportedly expressed personal disdain for Trump in the past. However, with the long jail sentence looming in his near future, it is being reported that he is willing to explore any option. He is ready to go to any length to secure his freedom.
Another name who floated this theory that Diddy might seek a pardon is Suge Knight. He is a convicted music mogul and long-time Diddy rival. He is currently serving a prison sentence, too.
As the trial continues, the public watches closely, captivated by the unfolding mix of celebrity, scandal, and legal drama.
