Key Point Summary โ Trump Diddy pardon
- Trump is open to pardoning Diddy, depending on bail outcome
- A bail denial could trigger an immediate pardon decision
- Diddy was cleared on major charges but convicted under the Mann Act
- Trump believes Diddy faced unfair prosecution
- A pardon could help shift focus from the Epstein fallout
Trump Holds Back on Diddy PardonโFor Now
Donald Trump is considering a pardon for Sean โDiddyโ Combs but hasnโt made a final decision. Sources tell TMZ the former president wants to wait for Judge Arun Subramanianโs ruling on Diddyโs latest bail request.
If the judge grants bail, Trump will delay the decision until after sentencing. If bail is denied, Trump may act immediately.
Why Trump Sees Parallels With Diddy
Trump reportedly sees Diddyโs legal battle as similar to his own. He believes prosecutors unfairly targeted both of them. According to insiders, the recent firing of prosecutor Maurene Comeyโdaughter of Trumpโs longtime rival James Comeyโonly fueled that belief.
That firing came from Trumpโs own Justice Department, which adds to the sense of personal investment.
Diddy Convicted on Rare Charges
A jury cleared Diddy on three major counts. However, he was convicted on two violations of the Mann Act. This 1910 law prohibits transporting individuals across state lines for unlawful activity. Itโs rarely used on its own in modern courtrooms.
Legal experts widely agree: without the Mann Act, Diddy likely wouldnโt have faced charges.
Pardon Could Shift Public Focus
Sources close to Trump view a possible pardon as a media strategy. They say it could draw attention away from the revived Epstein case and create headlines that benefit Trump politically.
They also note that Trump and Diddy share history. The two spent years in the same elite New York circles, and Trump once called him a โgood friendโ on The Apprentice in 2012.
Ongoing Talks Behind the Scenes
Trumpโs advisers remain in contact with Diddyโs legal team. No formal action has been taken, but insiders say discussions are active. The final move may depend on what happens in the courtroom this week.
