Diddy's Mistrial Bid Fails: Judge Rules Against Sean Combs

Diddy's Mistrial Motion Denied: Judge Cites Witness's Drug Use and Cross-Examination Los Angeles, CA – June 10, 2025 – Sean "Diddy" Combs's second attempt to secure a mistrial in his federal racketeering and sex trafficking trial has been unsuccessful. Judge Arun Subramaniam denied the motion, citing the defense's ability to thoroughly cross-examine Bryana Bongolan, a key witness who had previously testified against Combs. Bongolan's testimony concerned an alleged incident involving Combs and Cassie's friend. "The defense was not prejudiced by Bongolan's testimony because they were able to conduct a vigorous cross-examination," stated Judge Subramaniam on Tuesday. The judge further noted that Bongolan had admitted to significant drug use during the period in question, adding another layer to the complexities of the case. While the defense argued that this affected the credibility of her testimony, the court deemed the cross-examination sufficient to mitigate any potential bias. This is the second time Diddy's legal team has attempted to secure a mistrial, highlighting the ongoing challenges in this high-profile case. The trial continues.