Live updates: Sean ‘Diddy' Combs trial, Cassie Ventura's friend Bryana Bongolan to testify
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Title: A reminder of where we're at in the Combs trial
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The trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs has been underway for a few weeks. Combs has pleaded not guilty to charges that include racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. If convicted on all counts, he could face life in prison. He has pleaded not guilty.
Here's what part of the trial we're at so far, and what is still to come.
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Title: Key testimony from Combs' accusers in court so far
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As additional testimony from one of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' accusers is expected in court today, here's a reminder of the testimony we've heard so far from other accusers, including Combs' former girlfriend Cassie Ventura and an ex-employee under the pseudonym 'Mia.'
Combs is facing charges including racketeering, conspiracy and sex trafficking and if convicted he could face up to life in prison. He has pleaded not guilty.
• Ventura's testimony: Ventura answered questions for nearly 20 hours over four days toward the start of the trial. She testified about threats, drug use, and violence — including an alleged rape – she was subjected to throughout her relationship with Combs. She told the court about alleged drug-fueled sex performances, known as 'Freak Offs,' that Combs would organize and she would participate in. Legal experts say while there are still more witnesses slated to take the stand, Ventura's testimony is foundational.
• 'Mia' testimony: The former employee testified for three days and recounted multiple alleged incidents of physical, emotional and sexual abuse by Combs. The court heard she sent loving messages to Combs in recent years, which she explained by saying she was still under Combs' grip 'psychologically' and was 'brainwashed.' Under cross-examination, she said she did not initially tell investigators or federal prosecutors that Combs sexually assaulted her.
• Bryana Bongolan testimony: Bongolan, who is a friend of Ventura's, testified yesterday about an altercation with Combs in 2016 when she said that she was 'held over a 17-story balcony' by the music mogul. Bongolan added that Combs then 'threw (her) onto the balcony furniture' and that she sustained injuries from the altercation, including a bruise on the back of her leg and neck pain. Bongolan testified that she still suffers from 'night terrors and paranoia.'
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