Best SHIELD Case Files Podcasts (2025)

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Diddy Looks To Dismiss The Dawn Richard Lawsuit (Part 1) 12:39

1h ago12:39

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In the memorandum supporting their consolidated motion to dismiss, the defendants in the case of Dawn Angelique Richard v. Sean Combs et al. argue that the plaintiff's claims are largely time-barred under New York's statutes of limitations. They contend that the state’s shorter limitation periods should apply, rendering many of the plaintiff's caus…

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Moscow Mule Murder: Kouri Richins Hosted A House Party The Day After Her Husband Died 15:14

3h ago15:14

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Kouri Richins, the Utah woman now facing murder and fraud charges, allegedly hosted a large house party at her home just one day after her husband, Eric Richins, was found dead from a fentanyl overdose in March 2022. According to court documents and witness accounts, the party followed her closing on a $2 million home tied to her real estate busine…

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Moscow Mule Murder: Kouri Richins Is Accused Of Murdering Her Husband Via Poisoned Cocktail 11:41

5h ago11:41

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Kouri Richins is a 33‑year‑old Utah mother of three, a former real estate agent, and author of a self‑published children’s book titled Are You With Me?, which addresses coping with the death of a parent. In March 2022, her husband, Eric Richins, was found dead from a lethal dose of illicit fentanyl. Prosecutors allege Kouri poisoned him—first with …

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The Diddy Trial: Judge Subramanian Gives The Jury Their Final Instructions (Part 2) (7/1/25) 15:03

2h ago15:03

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In the federal trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs, Judge Arun Subramanian delivered final jury instructions that laid out the legal framework the jurors must follow as they deliberate on the charges. He emphasized the presumption of innocence, reminding jurors that the burden of proof rests entirely on the government and that Combs is not required to prov…

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The Diddy Trial: Judge Subramanian Gives The Jury Their Final Instructions (Part 1) (7/1/25) 13:53

3h ago13:53

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In the federal trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs, Judge Arun Subramanian delivered final jury instructions that laid out the legal framework the jurors must follow as they deliberate on the charges. He emphasized the presumption of innocence, reminding jurors that the burden of proof rests entirely on the government and that Combs is not required to prov…

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No Mann’s Land: The Charge That Diddy Seemingly Can’t Escape (7/1/25) 14:09

2h ago14:09

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Sean “Diddy” Combs faces significant difficulty overcoming the Mann Act charges due to the sheer volume and consistency of evidence presented at trial showing he orchestrated interstate travel for the purpose of prostitution. Witness after witness testified that Combs regularly flew in male escorts—referred to in court as dancers or “entertainers”—…

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Murder In Moscow: Bryan Kohberger Pleads Guilty To All Charges Against Him (7/1/25) 13:34

4h ago13:34

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Bryan Kohberger, accused of murdering four University of Idaho students in November 2022, has reached a plea agreement with prosecutors. In exchange for pleading guilty to all four counts of first-degree murder—and additional burglary charges—he will receive four consecutive life sentences, with no possibility of parole and a waiver of all appellat…

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Diddy Trial: After 7 Weeks The Jury Begins Deliberations (7/1/25) 13:02

6h ago13:02

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Jurors in the federal trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs are set to begin deliberations on Monday, June 30, marking the final and most consequential phase of a case that has gripped both the entertainment world and the legal community. After seven weeks of testimony—including 34 prosecution witnesses, graphic accounts of abuse from women like Cassie Ventu…

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The Mega Edition: Testimony From Day 6 Of The Diddy Trial (7/1/25) 50:10

8h ago50:10

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On the sixth day of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, singer Dawn Richard delivered harrowing testimony detailing multiple instances of physical abuse Combs allegedly inflicted upon his former girlfriend, Cassie Ventura. Richard recounted a 2009 incident at Combs' Los Angeles home where, enraged over breakfast, he …

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Mega Edition: Cassie Finishes Off Cross Examination On Day 5 (7/1/25) 44:12

10h ago44:12

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On the fifth day of Sean "Diddy" Combs's federal trial, Cassie Ventura concluded her emotional four-day testimony. During cross-examination, Ventura detailed the alleged abuse she endured over their 11-year relationship, including being coerced into "freak-offs"—drug-fueled sex parties involving male escorts—at Combs's behest. She testified that th…

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Was Bryan Kohberger Interacting With Madison Mogen On Instagram? 11:41

12h ago11:41

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In the initial hours after Bryan Kohberger's arrest, there was a frantic dash to try to find out as much information about him as possible. During that dash, those of us who were following along were able to get a glimpse of an instagram account that allegedly belonged to Bryan Kohberger. That same account was also following and interacting with Ma…

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The Order Denying Sanctions Against Tyrone Blackburn And Rodney Jones 14:52

14h ago14:52

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In the case of Doe v. Combs et al., No. 1:24-cv-01457-JPO, the plaintiff, Jane Doe, filed a lawsuit against Sean Combs and associated entities, alleging personal injury. The court issued a Memorandum and Order addressing several key motions. Firstly, the court granted the plaintiff's motion to proceed under a pseudonym, allowing her to maintain ano…

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Diddy Denies A Second Victim Exists 16:23

16h ago16:23

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Sean "Diddy" Combs' legal team has firmly denied allegations involving a second victim in his purported sex trafficking activities. They assert that these claims are baseless and part of a broader effort to tarnish Combs' reputation. His attorneys emphasize that the accusations lack credible evidence and are driven by individuals seeking financial …

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Diddy's Team Blast Adria English As They Move To Deny Her Another Extension 9:49

1d ago9:49

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This filing, submitted on behalf of Sean Combs and his co-defendants in the case English v. Combs et al., opposes the plaintiff’s renewed request for a 60-day extension to secure a third set of legal counsel. The defense argues that the plaintiff has already cycled through two legal teams—both of whom withdrew due to serious breakdowns in the attor…

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Diddy And The Full Court Press To Keep The Cassie Video Out Of Evidence 12:58

1d ago12:58

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Sean "Diddy" Combs' legal team has filed a motion to exclude a 2016 surveillance video from his upcoming federal trial, arguing that the footage—released by CNN in 2024—has been altered and is not a reliable representation of events. The video depicts Combs assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, at the InterContinental Hotel in Los Angeles.…

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Murder In Moscow: Judge Hippler Denies Bryan Kohberger's Request For A Continuance (Part 2) (6/30/25) 18:37

1d ago18:37

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In the case of State of Idaho v. Bryan C. Kohberger, the District Court of the Fourth Judicial District issued a redacted memorandum decision and order regarding the defense’s motion to continue the trial. Kohberger’s legal team filed a motion requesting a delay in the trial schedule, citing the need for additional time to review discovery, conduct…

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Murder In Moscow: Judge Hippler Denies Bryan Kohberger's Request For A Continuance (Part 1) (6/30/25) 16:07

1d ago16:07

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In the case of State of Idaho v. Bryan C. Kohberger, the District Court of the Fourth Judicial District issued a redacted memorandum decision and order regarding the defense’s motion to continue the trial. Kohberger’s legal team filed a motion requesting a delay in the trial schedule, citing the need for additional time to review discovery, conduct…

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The Case Against Diddy: Final Impressions from Court (Part 3) (6/30/25) 10:17

1d ago10:17

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The Sean “Diddy” Combs federal trial has concluded with both sides resting, leaving the jury to decide whether the music mogul was a charismatic entertainer or the orchestrator of a criminal empire. Over six weeks, the prosecution laid out a chilling case of racketeering, sex trafficking, and prostitution violations, painting Combs as a man who use…

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The Case Against Diddy: Final Impressions from Court (Part 2) (6/30/25) 11:22

1d ago11:22

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The Sean “Diddy” Combs federal trial has concluded with both sides resting, leaving the jury to decide whether the music mogul was a charismatic entertainer or the orchestrator of a criminal empire. Over six weeks, the prosecution laid out a chilling case of racketeering, sex trafficking, and prostitution violations, painting Combs as a man who use…

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The Case Against Diddy: Final Impressions from Court (Part 1) (6/30/25) 14:46

1d ago14:46

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The Sean “Diddy” Combs federal trial has concluded with both sides resting, leaving the jury to decide whether the music mogul was a charismatic entertainer or the orchestrator of a criminal empire. Over six weeks, the prosecution laid out a chilling case of racketeering, sex trafficking, and prostitution violations, painting Combs as a man who use…

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Mega Edition: The Cross Examination Of Cassie Ventura Begins On Day 4 (6/30/25) 44:04

1d ago44:04

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On the fourth day of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, Cassie Ventura faced intense cross-examination from the defense. Attorney Anna Estevao sought to portray Ventura as a consenting participant in their tumultuous relationship, highlighting text messages and emails that suggested mutual affection and willingness …

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Mega Edition: Cassie Continues Her Testimony On Day 3 Of The Trial (6/29/25) 55:22

1d ago55:22

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On the third day of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, Cassie Ventura delivered harrowing testimony detailing years of alleged abuse during their 11-year relationship. She recounted being coerced into drug-fueled sexual encounters, termed "freak-offs," often involving male escorts and filmed by Combs for blackmail p…

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Bryan Kohberger's Legal Team Calls In Some Back Up 10:56

1d ago10:56

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From the archives: 3-9-23 As we continue to slowly make our way closer to Bryan Kohberger's trial, things are certainly in motion behind the scenes at the judicial level. One of those moves that we have seen take place recently was the request to add another lawyer to Bryan Kohberger's team. This was a request that was approved by Judge Marshall an…

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Bryan Kohberger And The Idaho Murders (Part 2) 16:07

1d ago16:07

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From the archives: 5-25-23 Bryan Kohberger has been indicted for the murder of the Moscow four. However, it has been quite the journey to get to this point. From twists and turns in the case to new revelations, we have seen it all in the past seven months. In this episode we take a look at where things stand. (commercial at 11:23) to contact me: bo…

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Bryan Kohberger And The Idaho Murders (Part 1) 17:22

1d ago17:22

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From the archives: 5-25-23 Bryan Kohberger has been indicted for the murder of the Moscow four. However, it has been quite the journey to get to this point. From twists and turns in the case to new revelations, we have seen it all in the past seven months. In this episode we take a look at where things stand. (commercial at 11:23) to contact me: bo…

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1122 King Road And The Bodycam Footage 11:17

2d ago11:17

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Newly released bodycam footage taken during an incident at the roommates house on September 1st shows the house filled with people while the roommates are not home. With more context it starts to become a lot more clear that the task ahead of the investigators remains massive, as the home was obviously a well trafficked, often visited residence tha…

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John Kelly Discusses The Murders In Moscow 10:51

2d ago10:51

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Why didn't the suspect, Brian Kohberger kill all of the inhabitants of the house? It is a question that has been asked since the very beginning of the the investigation and since the release of the affadavit and the revelation that Bryan Kohberger came face to face with one of the surviving roommates, the question is once again being asked. In this…

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Was Bryan Kohberger Hanging Around The Idaho University Student Union? 11:42

2d ago11:42

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From the archives: 2-3-23 People magazine has had several sources provide them with information throughout the investigation and now according to their sources, they say that Bryan Kohberger was on the Idaho University campus multiple times and according to the students, his behavior was odd at best. Let's dive in! (commercial at 7:39) to contact m…

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The Media Coalition Slams the Prosecution For Slow Walking Diddy Evidence (6/29/25) 6:49

2d ago6:49

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In a letter submitted via ECF to Judge Arun Subramanian, attorney Robert Balin, representing a coalition of major media outlets—including The Associated Press, ABC News, NBC News, The New York Times, The Washington Post, CBS News, NPR, Reuters, and others—raised concerns over the government’s failure to provide timely public access to exhibits intr…

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Shareka Sherrod Drops Her Shield Of Anonymity And Hits Diddy With An Amended Lawsuit (Part 2) (6/29/25) 18:28

2d ago18:28

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In the amended complaint filed under case number 1:24-cv-07977-VSB, plaintiff Shareka Sherrod accuses Sean Combs and a network of his affiliated companies—including Daddy’s House Recordings, Combs Global, and multiple Bad Boy Entertainment entities—of engaging in a pattern of egregious misconduct that she alleges amounts to sex trafficking, assault…

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Shareka Sherrod Drops Her Shield Of Anonymity And Hits Diddy With An Amended Lawsuit (Part 1) (6/29/25) 14:56

2d ago14:56

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In the amended complaint filed under case number 1:24-cv-07977-VSB, plaintiff Shareka Sherrod accuses Sean Combs and a network of his affiliated companies—including Daddy’s House Recordings, Combs Global, and multiple Bad Boy Entertainment entities—of engaging in a pattern of egregious misconduct that she alleges amounts to sex trafficking, assault…

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The Final Countdown: Diddy’s Battle Over Jury Instructions (Part 3) (6/29/25) 11:52

2d ago11:52

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In the case United States v. Combs, Inc., 24-cr-542 (AS), the defense submitted a letter to Judge Subramanian further supporting their requested edits to the Court’s proposed jury charge. The defense elaborated on certain issues that were referenced in comment bubbles within their proposed edits, which are aimed at modifying the jury instructions t…

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Mega Edition: Testimony From Day Two Of The Diddy Trial (Cassie Ventura) (6/29/25) 34:29

2d ago34:29

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DescriptionDuring her testimony in Sean "Diddy" Combs's federal sex trafficking trial, Cassie Ventura detailed a decade-long relationship marked by control, abuse, and coercion. She described how Combs exerted dominance over her personal and professional life, dictating aspects such as her clothing choices and daily interactions. Ventura recounted …

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Mega Edition: Testimony From Day 1 Of the Diddy Trial (6/29/25) 52:11

2d ago52:11

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Israel Florez, a former security supervisor at the InterContinental Hotel in Los Angeles, testified on the first day of Sean "Diddy" Combs’ federal trial and described a 2016 incident involving Combs and Cassie Ventura. Florez told the jury he witnessed security footage showing Combs physically assaulting Ventura in a hotel hallway. According to hi…

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Mega Edition: A Look Back At Opening Statements From The Diddy Trial (6/29/25) 26:31

2d ago26:31

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The Prosecution: During the opening statements of Sean "Diddy" Combs's federal sex trafficking trial, prosecutors portrayed him as a powerful figure who led a criminal enterprise over two decades. Assistant U.S. Attorney Emily Johnson described Combs as having a "larger than life" public persona with a darker side that involved coercing women into …

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Bryan Kohberger Moves To Exclude Undisclosed Expert Testimony (Part 2) 12:37

3d ago12:37

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In State of Idaho v. Bryan Kohberger (Case Number CR01-24-31665), Motion in Limine #2 seeks to exclude vague and undisclosed expert testimony from being used at trial. Kohberger’s defense argues that the prosecution has not properly disclosed the identities, qualifications, or specific opinions of their expert witnesses, violating established disco…

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Bryan Kohberger Moves To Exclude Undisclosed Expert Testimony (Part 1) 11:20

3d ago11:20

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In State of Idaho v. Bryan Kohberger (Case Number CR01-24-31665), Motion in Limine #2 seeks to exclude vague and undisclosed expert testimony from being used at trial. Kohberger’s defense argues that the prosecution has not properly disclosed the identities, qualifications, or specific opinions of their expert witnesses, violating established disco…

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Bryan Kohberger's Legal Team Goes All In To Get Capital Punishment Removed 12:54

3d ago12:54

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Bryan Kohberger, accused of the November 2022 stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students, is scheduled for a court appearance today in Boise, Idaho. His defense team has filed motions to suppress key evidence, arguing that the use of Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG) violated his constitutional rights. They contend that law enforcemen…

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Did The Killer Leave The Sheath At The Scene In Moscow On Purpose? 13:51

3d ago13:51

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One of the strongest pieces of evidence that we have seen that the prosecution has collected against Bryan Kohberger is the DNA on the knife sheath that was traced back to him through his father. Yet there are some who are speculating that Bryan Kohberger left the sheath on purpose. In this episode, we take a look at some of that speculation and if…

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More On Kohberger And His Time At Washington State University 11:36

3d ago11:36

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From the archives: 12-25-22 Bryan Kohberger and his time at Washington State University has always been of interest and in this episode we are learning more about his time at WSU and more context about the interview he had with Pullman PD. (commercial at 7:26) to contact me: [email protected] source: Idaho murders update: Taxi driver who …

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The Final Countdown: Diddy’s Battle Over Jury Instructions (Part 2) (6/28/25) 14:55

3d ago14:55

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In the case United States v. Combs, Inc., 24-cr-542 (AS), the defense submitted a letter to Judge Subramanian further supporting their requested edits to the Court’s proposed jury charge. The defense elaborated on certain issues that were referenced in comment bubbles within their proposed edits, which are aimed at modifying the jury instructions t…

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The Final Countdown: Diddy’s Battle Over Jury Instructions (Part 1) (6/28/25) 11:00

3d ago11:00

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In the case United States v. Combs, Inc., 24-cr-542 (AS), the defense submitted a letter to Judge Subramanian further supporting their requested edits to the Court’s proposed jury charge. The defense elaborated on certain issues that were referenced in comment bubbles within their proposed edits, which are aimed at modifying the jury instructions t…

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The Return Of The Prosecution: The Prosecution's Rebuttal To Diddy's Closing Statement (6/28/25) 11:49

3d ago11:49

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In the final rebuttal of the government’s closing arguments, Assistant U.S. Attorney Maurene Comey delivered a sharp, surgical dismantling of the defense’s narrative. She told the jury that Sean Combs’ legal team had spent more time attacking the victims than actually refuting the charges. Comey emphasized that the defense wanted the jury to fixate…

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Diddy And Justin Combs Have Been Accused Of Assaulting A Woman In Los Angeles (6/28/25) 10:29

4d ago10:29

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The unnamed plaintiff alleges Justin Combs lured her from Louisiana to Los Angeles in April 2017 by promising a job opportunity in the entertainment industry. She claims Justin contacted her via Snapchat, requested risqué photos, and arranged for her to fly to Beverly Hills under the pretense of career advancement. Once there, she says she was give…

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Mega Edition: The Feds Opposition To Diddy's Motion For List Of Particulars, Gag Order Etc (Part 3-4) (6/28/25) 40:03

4d ago40:03

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In the case of United States v. Sean Combs (24 Cr. 542), federal prosecutors have filed an opposition to the defense's motions requesting a hearing, a bill of particulars, and a gag order. The defense sought a hearing to investigate alleged government leaks of evidence, specifically a 2016 video purportedly showing Combs assaulting his ex-girlfrien…

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Mega Edition: The Feds Opposition To Diddy's Motion For List Of Particulars, Gag Order Etc (Part 1-2) (6/28/25) 23:53

4d ago23:53

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In the case of United States v. Sean Combs (24 Cr. 542), federal prosecutors have filed an opposition to the defense's motions requesting a hearing, a bill of particulars, and a gag order. The defense sought a hearing to investigate alleged government leaks of evidence, specifically a 2016 video purportedly showing Combs assaulting his ex-girlfrien…

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Mega Edition: Grace O’Marcaigh's Lawsuit Filed Against Diddy And Christian Combs (Parts 3-4) (6/28/25) 26:55

4d ago26:55

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Grace O'Marcaigh has filed serious allegations against both Sean "Diddy" Combs and his son, Christian Combs. O'Marcaigh claims that she was sexually assaulted by Christian while working as a crew member on a yacht chartered by the Combs family in December 2022. According to her lawsuit, Christian coerced her into drinking tequila, which she suspect…

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Bryan Kohberger's Motion To Exclude Evidence Seized From His Parents Home (Part 2) 19:24

4d ago19:24

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In the case identified as CR01-24-31665, defendant Bryan Kohberger has filed a motion to suppress evidence obtained from the execution of a Pennsylvania search warrant at 119 Lamsden Drive, Albrightsville, PA, as well as statements he made during that operation. Kohberger's defense argues that the search warrant was invalid due to alleged reckless…

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Bryan Kohberger's Motion To Exclude Evidence Seized From His Parents Home (Part 1) 13:31

4d ago13:31

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In the case identified as CR01-24-31665, defendant Bryan Kohberger has filed a motion to suppress evidence obtained from the execution of a Pennsylvania search warrant at 119 Lamsden Drive, Albrightsville, PA, as well as statements he made during that operation. Kohberger's defense argues that the search warrant was invalid due to alleged reckless…

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Bryan Kohberger And The Claims Of A Tainted Jury Pool 16:35

4d ago16:35

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In the lead-up to Bryan Kohberger's trial for the alleged murders of four University of Idaho students, his defense team has highlighted several rumors circulating within Latah County that could potentially bias the jury pool. These include unverified claims that Kohberger had used a fake name to meet women, that he had been terminated from a teach…

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