With Sean “Diddy” Combs facing up to 20 years behind bars after being convicted on two counts tied to interstate transportation for the purpose of prostitution, the legal world is watching closely as speculation swirls around a possible presidential pardon. And now, famed criminal defense attorney Mark Geragos is weighing in.
Speaking to our friends at TMZ while at LAX, Geragos called the idea of a pardon “great” for Trump and suggested it could be more than just wishful thinking. “It has been seriously considered,” he told the outlet, citing reporting from Deadline. Geragos also shared that his daughter was part of Diddy’s defense team, giving him a direct window into the case.
Get this, though Diddy was cleared of the more severe accusations, including sex trafficking and racketeering, the looming sentence still carries heavy consequences. The court is expected to hand down the final ruling on October 3.
Trump himself has shown mixed feelings about the possibility. Back in May, when asked by NBC News, he gave a measured response, saying he would “look at the facts.” But more recently, in a sit-down with Newsmax, his tone shifted when asked about Diddy. “When I ran for office, he was very hostile,” Trump said, reflecting on their past relationship.
While not fully endorsing or rejecting the idea, Trump described Diddy’s outcome in court as “sort of half innocent,” a phrase that sparked conversation across socials and news cycles alike.
Whether a pardon is on the table or simply part of political maneuvering, Geragos seems to think it could be a savvy play for Trump with potential benefits far beyond the courtroom. For now, the clock is ticking toward October, and the world is watching to see what happens next.