Diddy’s Legal Team Clarifies: No Pardon Request from Trump — But Those Around Him Try

 In a twist straight out of headline fodder, insider sources clarify that while Sean “Diddy” Combs remains hopeful for a presidential pardon, his legal team has not formally reached out to former President Donald Trump, despite reports suggesting otherwise. Instead, contacts appear to be coming from members of Combs’s personal circle, not those representing him in court.

Digging Into the Details

Attorney Nicole Westmoreland, part of Combs’s legal team, acknowledged in a CNN interview — “It’s my understanding that we’ve reached out and had conversations about a pardon.” Yet sources familiar with the matter pointed out to People that those were not legal efforts but rather informal overtures from acquaintances and associates of Combs.

Speculation has swirled in recent days around potential clemency, fueled by reports that individuals close to him tried leveraging political connections, some allegedly offering payments in the mid-six‑figure range to lobby for a pardon. However, multiple sources have questioned the credibility of those claims, with one calling them, quite bluntly, “bulls---.”

Trump’s Response — More “No” Than “Maybe”

When pressed during a Newsmax interview, Trump downplayed his relationship with Combs and implied a pardon would be unlikely. Though once friendly, their connection frayed when Combs publicly criticized Trump during his presidency. Trump admitted he'd “look at the facts” if a proper request came through — but expressed skepticism about granting clemency.

This falls in line with earlier remarks Trump has made. Despite their past social circle overlaps, Trump noted that Combs's "hostility" toward him made clemency more difficult. His tone signals that any chance of reprieve may be slipping further beyond reach.

Legal Fallout & Upcoming Sentencing

Combs is currently jailed at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center following his conviction on two federal counts related to transporting individuals across state lines for prostitution. He was acquitted of more serious charges, including racketeering and sex trafficking. Facing up to 20 years in prison, his sentencing is slated for October 3, 2025.

Meanwhile, his team is not sitting idle — preparations for an appeal are underway, with a focus on ensuring a fair judicial process in the final stretch before sentencing.

Why It Matters

This episode underscores the murky intersections of celebrity, legal maneuvering, and political influence. It highlights how rumors and ambitions can diverge from legal reality—and how, even without supportive lawyers, some people might still attempt bold solutions when stakes are high. For Combs, the real battle now may be less about political favor and more about navigating the justice system head-on.

If you’d like a breakdown of the courtroom drama, public reactions, or how this compares to other high-profile pardon attempts, just let me know.