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Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst. For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On April 1, 2025, plaintiff Manzaro Joseph filed a federal lawsuit in the Southern District of Florida against Sean "Diddy" Combs and several associates, including Eric Mejias, Brendan Paul, Emilio Estefan, and Adria English. The complaint alleges that the defendants participated in a criminal enterprise involving human trafficking, sexual exploitation, kidnapping, and obstruction of justice. Joseph claims he was drugged, transported across state lines, and subjected to sexual violence orchestrated by Combs, with assistance from the other named individuals. The lawsuit invokes federal statutes such as the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (TVPRA), the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), and the Civil Rights Act, as well as Florida's human trafficking laws.The complaint details each defendant's alleged role: Mejias is accused of drugging and threatening Joseph; Paul of coordinating transportation; Estefan of facilitating and approving the transport; and English of aiding in Joseph's targeting and concealment. Joseph also references unidentified individuals ("DOE Johns") who may have contributed to the alleged crimes. He seeks damages and injunctive relief, asserting that the defendants' actions violated multiple federal and state laws. The case brings renewed scrutiny to Combs, who has faced previous legal challenges, and raises questions about the involvement of high-profile individuals in alleged criminal activities.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:gov.uscourts.flsd.686843.1.0.pdf
On April 1, 2025, plaintiff Manzaro Joseph filed a federal lawsuit in the Southern District of Florida against Sean "Diddy" Combs and several associates, including Eric Mejias, Brendan Paul, Emilio Estefan, and Adria English. The complaint alleges that the defendants participated in a criminal enterprise involving human trafficking, sexual exploitation, kidnapping, and obstruction of justice. Joseph claims he was drugged, transported across state lines, and subjected to sexual violence orchestrated by Combs, with assistance from the other named individuals. The lawsuit invokes federal statutes such as the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (TVPRA), the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), and the Civil Rights Act, as well as Florida's human trafficking laws.The complaint details each defendant's alleged role: Mejias is accused of drugging and threatening Joseph; Paul of coordinating transportation; Estefan of facilitating and approving the transport; and English of aiding in Joseph's targeting and concealment. Joseph also references unidentified individuals ("DOE Johns") who may have contributed to the alleged crimes. He seeks damages and injunctive relief, asserting that the defendants' actions violated multiple federal and state laws. The case brings renewed scrutiny to Combs, who has faced previous legal challenges, and raises questions about the involvement of high-profile individuals in alleged criminal activities.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:gov.uscourts.flsd.686843.1.0.pdf
On April 1, 2025, plaintiff Manzaro Joseph filed a federal lawsuit in the Southern District of Florida against Sean "Diddy" Combs and several associates, including Eric Mejias, Brendan Paul, Emilio Estefan, and Adria English. The complaint alleges that the defendants participated in a criminal enterprise involving human trafficking, sexual exploitation, kidnapping, and obstruction of justice. Joseph claims he was drugged, transported across state lines, and subjected to sexual violence orchestrated by Combs, with assistance from the other named individuals. The lawsuit invokes federal statutes such as the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (TVPRA), the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), and the Civil Rights Act, as well as Florida's human trafficking laws.The complaint details each defendant's alleged role: Mejias is accused of drugging and threatening Joseph; Paul of coordinating transportation; Estefan of facilitating and approving the transport; and English of aiding in Joseph's targeting and concealment. Joseph also references unidentified individuals ("DOE Johns") who may have contributed to the alleged crimes. He seeks damages and injunctive relief, asserting that the defendants' actions violated multiple federal and state laws. The case brings renewed scrutiny to Combs, who has faced previous legal challenges, and raises questions about the involvement of high-profile individuals in alleged criminal activities.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:gov.uscourts.flsd.686843.1.0.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
Sean "Diddy" Combs, a prominent music mogul and entrepreneur, has faced multiple allegations of sexual assault spanning several decades. One such allegation involves a woman identified as Jane Doe, who claims she was assaulted by Combs during an event related to the MTV reality show Making the Band.BackgroundIn 2004, Jane Doe, then 19 years old, was a college student in Brooklyn. She met Combs during a promotional event for Making the Band, a reality show he produced that aimed to form a new music group.According to Jane Doe's lawsuit:Invitation to Hotel Room: Combs invited her and a friend to his hotel room in Manhattan under the pretense of discussing potential opportunities in the music industry.Unwanted Advances: Once in the room, Combs allegedly made unsolicited sexual advances, including inappropriate touching and attempts to kiss her.Physical Resistance: Jane Doe resisted his advances, leading to a physical struggle where she was reportedly pushed onto the bed.Assault: She alleges that Combs then sexually assaulted her despite her protests.Following the alleged incident, Jane Doe states she experienced significant emotional distress, including feelings of shame and humiliation. She also claims to have faced professional setbacks as a result of the assault.Jane Doe filed a lawsuit against Combs, seeking compensatory and punitive damages for the alleged assault. The case is currently pending in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New YorkThis allegation is part of a series of accusations against Combs, with multiple individuals coming forward with claims of sexual assault and misconduct. Combs has denied these allegations, and his legal team has stated that he intends to defend himself against these claims.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:combs-da-band-photoshoot-complaint.pdf
Sean "Diddy" Combs, a prominent music mogul and entrepreneur, has faced multiple allegations of sexual assault spanning several decades. One such allegation involves a woman identified as Jane Doe, who claims she was assaulted by Combs during an event related to the MTV reality show Making the Band.BackgroundIn 2004, Jane Doe, then 19 years old, was a college student in Brooklyn. She met Combs during a promotional event for Making the Band, a reality show he produced that aimed to form a new music group.According to Jane Doe's lawsuit:Invitation to Hotel Room: Combs invited her and a friend to his hotel room in Manhattan under the pretense of discussing potential opportunities in the music industry.Unwanted Advances: Once in the room, Combs allegedly made unsolicited sexual advances, including inappropriate touching and attempts to kiss her.Physical Resistance: Jane Doe resisted his advances, leading to a physical struggle where she was reportedly pushed onto the bed.Assault: She alleges that Combs then sexually assaulted her despite her protests.Following the alleged incident, Jane Doe states she experienced significant emotional distress, including feelings of shame and humiliation. She also claims to have faced professional setbacks as a result of the assault.Jane Doe filed a lawsuit against Combs, seeking compensatory and punitive damages for the alleged assault. The case is currently pending in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New YorkThis allegation is part of a series of accusations against Combs, with multiple individuals coming forward with claims of sexual assault and misconduct. Combs has denied these allegations, and his legal team has stated that he intends to defend himself against these claims.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:combs-da-band-photoshoot-complaint.pdf
Sean "Diddy" Combs, a prominent music mogul and entrepreneur, has faced multiple allegations of sexual assault spanning several decades. One such allegation involves a woman identified as Jane Doe, who claims she was assaulted by Combs during an event related to the MTV reality show Making the Band.BackgroundIn 2004, Jane Doe, then 19 years old, was a college student in Brooklyn. She met Combs during a promotional event for Making the Band, a reality show he produced that aimed to form a new music group.According to Jane Doe's lawsuit:Invitation to Hotel Room: Combs invited her and a friend to his hotel room in Manhattan under the pretense of discussing potential opportunities in the music industry.Unwanted Advances: Once in the room, Combs allegedly made unsolicited sexual advances, including inappropriate touching and attempts to kiss her.Physical Resistance: Jane Doe resisted his advances, leading to a physical struggle where she was reportedly pushed onto the bed.Assault: She alleges that Combs then sexually assaulted her despite her protests.Following the alleged incident, Jane Doe states she experienced significant emotional distress, including feelings of shame and humiliation. She also claims to have faced professional setbacks as a result of the assault.Jane Doe filed a lawsuit against Combs, seeking compensatory and punitive damages for the alleged assault. The case is currently pending in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New YorkThis allegation is part of a series of accusations against Combs, with multiple individuals coming forward with claims of sexual assault and misconduct. Combs has denied these allegations, and his legal team has stated that he intends to defend himself against these claims.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:combs-da-band-photoshoot-complaint.pdf
I've been writing about the judiciary for more than 20 years, and in my opinion, the current time is the most difficult I've seen for serving as a federal judge. This is especially true in courts where a disproportionate number of cases challenging actions of the current administration have been filed, such as the U.S. District Courts for Southern District of New York (S.D.N.Y.) and the District of Columbia (D.D.C.).Judges in these districts face heavy dockets, and high-profile cases involving the administration present special challenges. They often involve requests for urgent forms of relief, such as preliminary injunctions and temporary restraining orders, that must be heard on short timetables. Many of the cases present novel and knotty legal issues. And depending on how a judge rules, the judge could face strong criticism, from either the right or the left—and sometimes even more than that, such as impeachment efforts or even threats, whether to themselves or their families.What is it like to be a judge at the eye of this storm, trying to calmly uphold values like the rule of law and judicial independence during tumultuous times? To find out, I interviewed Judge Ana Reyes, who was appointed to the D.D.C. by President Biden in 2023. Although she's been on the bench for only two and a half years, Judge Reyes has already handled a number of headline-making cases—and while we could not and did not discuss any specific matters still pending before her, she spoke honestly and directly about many fascinating subjects, including her overall approach to judging, the rule of law and judicial independence, how she treats the lawyers appearing before her, media coverage of the judiciary, and more.Thanks to Judge Reyes for a great conversation—and thanks to her and her fellow judges for the crucial work that they do. While observers of the courts, myself included, might disagree with specific rulings, I suspect I'm not alone in believing that on the whole, the federal judiciary is holding up well during an unusually stressful time.Show Notes:* Judge Ana C. Reyes bio, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia* Judge Ana C. Reyes bio, Wikipedia* A D.C. lawyer learned English as a child from a teacher who tutored her each day. She found her to say thank you, by Sydney Page for The Washington PostPrefer reading to listening? For paid subscribers, a transcript of the entire episode appears below.Sponsored by:NexFirm helps Biglaw attorneys become founding partners. To learn more about how NexFirm can help you launch your firm, call 212-292-1000 or email careerdevelopment at nexfirm dot com. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit davidlat.substack.com/subscribe
On April 1, 2025, plaintiff Manzaro Joseph filed a federal lawsuit in the Southern District of Florida against Sean "Diddy" Combs and several associates, including Eric Mejias, Brendan Paul, Emilio Estefan, and Adria English. The complaint alleges that the defendants participated in a criminal enterprise involving human trafficking, sexual exploitation, kidnapping, and obstruction of justice. Joseph claims he was drugged, transported across state lines, and subjected to sexual violence orchestrated by Combs, with assistance from the other named individuals. The lawsuit invokes federal statutes such as the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (TVPRA), the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), and the Civil Rights Act, as well as Florida's human trafficking laws.The complaint details each defendant's alleged role: Mejias is accused of drugging and threatening Joseph; Paul of coordinating transportation; Estefan of facilitating and approving the transport; and English of aiding in Joseph's targeting and concealment. Joseph also references unidentified individuals ("DOE Johns") who may have contributed to the alleged crimes. He seeks damages and injunctive relief, asserting that the defendants' actions violated multiple federal and state laws. The case brings renewed scrutiny to Combs, who has faced previous legal challenges, and raises questions about the involvement of high-profile individuals in alleged criminal activities.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:gov.uscourts.flsd.686843.1.0.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
In this episode, Jordan discusses a recent case from the Southern District of New York where an injunction was partially granted on a breach of contract claim but not on the trade secret claim. The Court found the plaintiffs didn't make a sufficient showing on irreparable harm, based on a lack of “danger” that the misappropriator would disclose the trade secrets to someone else.
In the case of Shante Kelly v. Sean Combs, et al., the plaintiff, Shante Kelly, has filed an amended complaint against several defendants, including Sean Combs and his associated companies, such as Daddy's House Recordings Inc., CE Opco, LLC, and Bad Boy Entertainment Holdings, Inc. The complaint involves allegations against the various corporate entities under Combs' control, including Bad Boy Productions Holdings, Inc., and Bad Boy Books Holdings, Inc. The suit also includes unnamed organizational and individual defendants, identified as "Does 1-10," who may be revealed during the discovery process. Kelly's legal action seeks damages for the grievances outlined in the complaint and demands a jury trial for resolution.The case is filed under the civil docket number 1:24-cv-08024-VEC, and the complaint has been amended to reflect updates or changes in the claims or defendants. The plaintiff seeks redress for the issues outlined, and the legal proceedings will move forward as a jury trial, allowing a more detailed examination of the allegations, the roles of each defendant, and the damages sought by Kelly. This case is being handled in the Southern District of New York.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:gov.uscourts.nysd.630375.71.0.pdf
In the case of Shante Kelly v. Sean Combs, et al., the plaintiff, Shante Kelly, has filed an amended complaint against several defendants, including Sean Combs and his associated companies, such as Daddy's House Recordings Inc., CE Opco, LLC, and Bad Boy Entertainment Holdings, Inc. The complaint involves allegations against the various corporate entities under Combs' control, including Bad Boy Productions Holdings, Inc., and Bad Boy Books Holdings, Inc. The suit also includes unnamed organizational and individual defendants, identified as "Does 1-10," who may be revealed during the discovery process. Kelly's legal action seeks damages for the grievances outlined in the complaint and demands a jury trial for resolution.The case is filed under the civil docket number 1:24-cv-08024-VEC, and the complaint has been amended to reflect updates or changes in the claims or defendants. The plaintiff seeks redress for the issues outlined, and the legal proceedings will move forward as a jury trial, allowing a more detailed examination of the allegations, the roles of each defendant, and the damages sought by Kelly. This case is being handled in the Southern District of New York.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:gov.uscourts.nysd.630375.71.0.pdf
In this memorandum, the plaintiff, identified as John Doe, petitions the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York for permission to proceed under a pseudonym in his civil lawsuit against defendant Sean Combs. The plaintiff argues that revealing his identity publicly would expose him to significant harm, including threats to his safety, emotional distress, professional repercussions, and potential retaliation—particularly due to the sensitive nature of the allegations involved, which include sexual assault and other forms of abuse. He asserts that the privacy concerns outweigh any prejudice to the defendant, who already knows the plaintiff's true identity and would not be hindered in preparing a defense.The memorandum also references legal precedents supporting pseudonymous filings in cases involving deeply personal matters, especially those concerning sexual misconduct. The plaintiff's counsel emphasizes that allowing the use of a pseudonym aligns with the court's obligation to balance public interest against the plaintiff's right to privacy and protection. Additionally, the motion argues that granting anonymity is in the public interest, as it encourages survivors of abuse to come forward without fear of public exposure or further trauma. The plaintiff respectfully requests that the court permit him to proceed under the pseudonym "John Doe" for the duration of the proceedings.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:gov.uscourts.nysd.637615.24.0.pdf
In the case of John Doe v. Sean Combs, Bad Boy Entertainment LLC, and associated entities, the plaintiff, John Doe, has filed a lawsuit against Sean Combs and various affiliated companies, including Bad Boy Entertainment LLC, Bad Boy Records LLC, and others. The case was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, under case number 1:25-CV-00996-JLR. The plaintiff, through his legal representation, The Bloom Firm, is seeking legal action based on the allegations made by John Doe, who asserts claims arising from his personal experience and information he has gathered about the actions of the defendants.John Doe's lawsuit includes several corporate entities affiliated with Sean Combs, such as Bad Boy Entertainment Holdings Inc., Bad Boy Productions Holdings Inc., and Bad Boy Books Holdings Inc. Additionally, the complaint also lists Doe Corporations 1-10 and Doe Defendants 11-20, indicating that the plaintiff may pursue further claims against other unidentified individuals or entities involved in the matter. The plaintiff is requesting a jury trial as part of his legal proceedings.to contact me:bobbycapuccisource:*Microsoft Word - 2025.01.17 Complaint REDACTEDBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
In the case of John Doe v. Sean Combs, Bad Boy Entertainment LLC, and associated entities, the plaintiff, John Doe, has filed a lawsuit against Sean Combs and various affiliated companies, including Bad Boy Entertainment LLC, Bad Boy Records LLC, and others. The case was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, under case number 1:25-CV-00996-JLR. The plaintiff, through his legal representation, The Bloom Firm, is seeking legal action based on the allegations made by John Doe, who asserts claims arising from his personal experience and information he has gathered about the actions of the defendants.John Doe's lawsuit includes several corporate entities affiliated with Sean Combs, such as Bad Boy Entertainment Holdings Inc., Bad Boy Productions Holdings Inc., and Bad Boy Books Holdings Inc. Additionally, the complaint also lists Doe Corporations 1-10 and Doe Defendants 11-20, indicating that the plaintiff may pursue further claims against other unidentified individuals or entities involved in the matter. The plaintiff is requesting a jury trial as part of his legal proceedings.to contact me:bobbycapuccisource:*Microsoft Word - 2025.01.17 Complaint REDACTEDBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
The Declaration by Christy Slavik, filed in Case 1:24-cr-00542-AS on January 17, 2025, outlines her qualifications and involvement as an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) with the Southern District of New York (SDNY). Slavik has been part of the SDNY since November 2019 and joined the prosecution team for this case in August 2024. The declaration is in response to the Court's Order dated January 3, 2025 (Dkt. No. 123), and it supports the Government's opposition to the defendant's motion submitted on December 4, 2024 (Dkt. No. 117)..This filing reaffirms the Government's stance on issues raised by the defense, leveraging Slavik's expertise and direct involvement in the investigation and prosecution. It indicates the prosecution team's commitment to addressing the court's queries and advancing arguments against the defendant's motion, aiming to solidify the case's legal foundation.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:gov.uscourts.nysd.628425.131.1_1.pdf
In the case of John Doe v. Sean Combs, Bad Boy Entertainment LLC, and associated entities, the plaintiff, John Doe, has filed a lawsuit against Sean Combs and various affiliated companies, including Bad Boy Entertainment LLC, Bad Boy Records LLC, and others. The case was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, under case number 1:25-CV-00996-JLR. The plaintiff, through his legal representation, The Bloom Firm, is seeking legal action based on the allegations made by John Doe, who asserts claims arising from his personal experience and information he has gathered about the actions of the defendants.John Doe's lawsuit includes several corporate entities affiliated with Sean Combs, such as Bad Boy Entertainment Holdings Inc., Bad Boy Productions Holdings Inc., and Bad Boy Books Holdings Inc. Additionally, the complaint also lists Doe Corporations 1-10 and Doe Defendants 11-20, indicating that the plaintiff may pursue further claims against other unidentified individuals or entities involved in the matter. The plaintiff is requesting a jury trial as part of his legal proceedings.to contact me:bobbycapuccisource:*Microsoft Word - 2025.01.17 Complaint REDACTEDBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
In the case of John Doe v. Sean Combs, Bad Boy Entertainment LLC, and associated entities, the plaintiff, John Doe, has filed a lawsuit against Sean Combs and various affiliated companies, including Bad Boy Entertainment LLC, Bad Boy Records LLC, and others. The case was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, under case number 1:25-CV-00996-JLR. The plaintiff, through his legal representation, The Bloom Firm, is seeking legal action based on the allegations made by John Doe, who asserts claims arising from his personal experience and information he has gathered about the actions of the defendants.John Doe's lawsuit includes several corporate entities affiliated with Sean Combs, such as Bad Boy Entertainment Holdings Inc., Bad Boy Productions Holdings Inc., and Bad Boy Books Holdings Inc. Additionally, the complaint also lists Doe Corporations 1-10 and Doe Defendants 11-20, indicating that the plaintiff may pursue further claims against other unidentified individuals or entities involved in the matter. The plaintiff is requesting a jury trial as part of his legal proceedings.to contact me:bobbycapuccisource:*Microsoft Word - 2025.01.17 Complaint REDACTEDBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
In the case of John Doe v. Sean Combs, Bad Boy Entertainment LLC, and associated entities, the plaintiff, John Doe, has filed a lawsuit against Sean Combs and various affiliated companies, including Bad Boy Entertainment LLC, Bad Boy Records LLC, and others. The case was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, under case number 1:25-CV-00996-JLR. The plaintiff, through his legal representation, The Bloom Firm, is seeking legal action based on the allegations made by John Doe, who asserts claims arising from his personal experience and information he has gathered about the actions of the defendants.John Doe's lawsuit includes several corporate entities affiliated with Sean Combs, such as Bad Boy Entertainment Holdings Inc., Bad Boy Productions Holdings Inc., and Bad Boy Books Holdings Inc. Additionally, the complaint also lists Doe Corporations 1-10 and Doe Defendants 11-20, indicating that the plaintiff may pursue further claims against other unidentified individuals or entities involved in the matter. The plaintiff is requesting a jury trial as part of his legal proceedings.to contact me:bobbycapuccisource:*Microsoft Word - 2025.01.17 Complaint REDACTEDBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
In this memorandum, the plaintiff, identified as John Doe, petitions the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York for permission to proceed under a pseudonym in his civil lawsuit against defendant Sean Combs. The plaintiff argues that revealing his identity publicly would expose him to significant harm, including threats to his safety, emotional distress, professional repercussions, and potential retaliation—particularly due to the sensitive nature of the allegations involved, which include sexual assault and other forms of abuse. He asserts that the privacy concerns outweigh any prejudice to the defendant, who already knows the plaintiff's true identity and would not be hindered in preparing a defense.The memorandum also references legal precedents supporting pseudonymous filings in cases involving deeply personal matters, especially those concerning sexual misconduct. The plaintiff's counsel emphasizes that allowing the use of a pseudonym aligns with the court's obligation to balance public interest against the plaintiff's right to privacy and protection. Additionally, the motion argues that granting anonymity is in the public interest, as it encourages survivors of abuse to come forward without fear of public exposure or further trauma. The plaintiff respectfully requests that the court permit him to proceed under the pseudonym "John Doe" for the duration of the proceedings.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:gov.uscourts.nysd.637615.24.0.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst. For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Declaration by Christy Slavik, filed in Case 1:24-cr-00542-AS on January 17, 2025, outlines her qualifications and involvement as an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) with the Southern District of New York (SDNY). Slavik has been part of the SDNY since November 2019 and joined the prosecution team for this case in August 2024. The declaration is in response to the Court's Order dated January 3, 2025 (Dkt. No. 123), and it supports the Government's opposition to the defendant's motion submitted on December 4, 2024 (Dkt. No. 117)..This filing reaffirms the Government's stance on issues raised by the defense, leveraging Slavik's expertise and direct involvement in the investigation and prosecution. It indicates the prosecution team's commitment to addressing the court's queries and advancing arguments against the defendant's motion, aiming to solidify the case's legal foundation.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:gov.uscourts.nysd.628425.131.1_1.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
In the morning session, Judge Arun Subramanian formally dismissed Juror No. 6—a 41-year-old Black man—due to “lack of candor” after he gave conflicting statements about living in the Bronx versus New Jersey, which raised concerns about his eligibility for juror service in the Southern District of New York. Combs's defense argued that this dismissal reduced the diversity of the panel and was racially motivated, filing a letter and threatening to seek a mistrial if the removal wasn't reversed. Judge Subramanian denied both requests, stating that the decision was based strictly on the juror's factual inconsistencies, not race, and quickly seated a White accountant from Westchester County as a replacementAfter the jury reassembled, prosecutors called Ananya Sankar, a paralegal specialist from the U.S. Attorney's Office, as a summary witness. Before lunch, Sankar began presenting and walking jurors through a collection of text messages and call logs—including communications between Combs, his staff (like chief of staff Kristina Khorram), and his ex-girlfriend “Jane”. These messages covered topics such as organizing “Wild King Nights,” procurement of MDMA (“Molly”), and discussions of explicit encounters—part of the prosecution's efforts to organize the voluminous digital evidence ahead of closing the case this week. The second witness to take the stand before lunch on June 16, 2025, was Special Agent DeLeassa Penland from the U.S. Attorney's Office in the Southern District of New York. She served as another "summary witness," dispatched to help organize and present the vast trove of digital evidence to the jury. Penland walked jurors through charts and data, including additional phone and text message logs—this time highlighting communications between Combs, his bodyguard “D‑Roc,” and former assistant “Mia.”to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Live updates: Sean ‘Diddy' Combs' trial coverage | CNN
In the morning session, Judge Arun Subramanian formally dismissed Juror No. 6—a 41-year-old Black man—due to “lack of candor” after he gave conflicting statements about living in the Bronx versus New Jersey, which raised concerns about his eligibility for juror service in the Southern District of New York. Combs's defense argued that this dismissal reduced the diversity of the panel and was racially motivated, filing a letter and threatening to seek a mistrial if the removal wasn't reversed. Judge Subramanian denied both requests, stating that the decision was based strictly on the juror's factual inconsistencies, not race, and quickly seated a White accountant from Westchester County as a replacementAfter the jury reassembled, prosecutors called Ananya Sankar, a paralegal specialist from the U.S. Attorney's Office, as a summary witness. Before lunch, Sankar began presenting and walking jurors through a collection of text messages and call logs—including communications between Combs, his staff (like chief of staff Kristina Khorram), and his ex-girlfriend “Jane”. These messages covered topics such as organizing “Wild King Nights,” procurement of MDMA (“Molly”), and discussions of explicit encounters—part of the prosecution's efforts to organize the voluminous digital evidence ahead of closing the case this week. to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Live updates: Sean ‘Diddy' Combs' trial coverage | CNN
In the morning session, Judge Arun Subramanian formally dismissed Juror No. 6—a 41-year-old Black man—due to “lack of candor” after he gave conflicting statements about living in the Bronx versus New Jersey, which raised concerns about his eligibility for juror service in the Southern District of New York. Combs's defense argued that this dismissal reduced the diversity of the panel and was racially motivated, filing a letter and threatening to seek a mistrial if the removal wasn't reversed. Judge Subramanian denied both requests, stating that the decision was based strictly on the juror's factual inconsistencies, not race, and quickly seated a White accountant from Westchester County as a replacementAfter the jury reassembled, prosecutors called Ananya Sankar, a paralegal specialist from the U.S. Attorney's Office, as a summary witness. Before lunch, Sankar began presenting and walking jurors through a collection of text messages and call logs—including communications between Combs, his staff (like chief of staff Kristina Khorram), and his ex-girlfriend “Jane”. These messages covered topics such as organizing “Wild King Nights,” procurement of MDMA (“Molly”), and discussions of explicit encounters—part of the prosecution's efforts to organize the voluminous digital evidence ahead of closing the case this week. to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Live updates: Sean ‘Diddy' Combs' trial coverage | CNNBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
In the morning session, Judge Arun Subramanian formally dismissed Juror No. 6—a 41-year-old Black man—due to “lack of candor” after he gave conflicting statements about living in the Bronx versus New Jersey, which raised concerns about his eligibility for juror service in the Southern District of New York. Combs's defense argued that this dismissal reduced the diversity of the panel and was racially motivated, filing a letter and threatening to seek a mistrial if the removal wasn't reversed. Judge Subramanian denied both requests, stating that the decision was based strictly on the juror's factual inconsistencies, not race, and quickly seated a White accountant from Westchester County as a replacementAfter the jury reassembled, prosecutors called Ananya Sankar, a paralegal specialist from the U.S. Attorney's Office, as a summary witness. Before lunch, Sankar began presenting and walking jurors through a collection of text messages and call logs—including communications between Combs, his staff (like chief of staff Kristina Khorram), and his ex-girlfriend “Jane”. These messages covered topics such as organizing “Wild King Nights,” procurement of MDMA (“Molly”), and discussions of explicit encounters—part of the prosecution's efforts to organize the voluminous digital evidence ahead of closing the case this week. The second witness to take the stand before lunch on June 16, 2025, was Special Agent DeLeassa Penland from the U.S. Attorney's Office in the Southern District of New York. She served as another "summary witness," dispatched to help organize and present the vast trove of digital evidence to the jury. Penland walked jurors through charts and data, including additional phone and text message logs—this time highlighting communications between Combs, his bodyguard “D‑Roc,” and former assistant “Mia.”to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Live updates: Sean ‘Diddy' Combs' trial coverage | CNNBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
This week, the boys discuss the remarkable film year of 1953, the events that transpired around the world in that year, and Fritz Lang's “The Big Heat”. Perhaps an early trailblazer of the detective-with-a-personal-vendetta genre (is it a film noir???), this fascinating film led to a productive conversation! We drank a bit this week, too. Grab a cold one and listen or watch on YouTube! Our phone number is 646-484-9298. It accepts texts or voice messages. 0:00 Intro; 4:43 Gripes; 16:27 1953 Year in Review; 48:03 Films of 1953: “The Big Heat”; 1:27:43 What You Been Watching?; 1:34:18 Jeff's second gripe, 1:42:34 Next Episode Teaser Additional Cast/Crew: Glenn Ford, Gloria Grahame, Jocelyn Brando, Alexander Scourby, Lee Marvin, Jeanette Nolan, Peter Whitney, Sydney Boehm, William P. McGivern, Robert Arthur, Charles Lang. Hosts: Dave Green, Jeff Ostermueller, John Say Edited & Produced by Dave Green. Beer Sponsor: Carlos Barrozo Music Sponsor: Dasein Dasein on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/77H3GPgYigeKNlZKGx11KZ Dasein on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dasein/1637517407 Additional Tags: Shane, Stick, Peter Pan, Roman Holiday, Mission: Impossible, submarine, nuclear weapons, Top Gun: Maverick, Ben Mendelsohn, French Accents, Tom Cruise, George Clooney, The Stock Market Crash, Bear Market, Trains, Locomotions, Museums, Nazis, WWII movies, WWI Shows, Plastic ExplosivesThe Crusades, Swedish Art, Knights, Death, MGM, Amazon Prime, Marvel, Sony, Conclave, Here, Venom: The Last Dance, Casablanca, The Wizard of Oz, Oscars, Academy Awards, BFI, BAFTA, BAFTAS, British Cinema. England, Vienna, Leopoldstadt, The Golden Globes, Past Lives, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, The Holiday, Sunset Boulevard, Napoleon, Ferrari, Beer, Scotch, Travis Scott, U2, Apple, Apple Podcasts, Switzerland, West Side Story, Wikipedia, Adelaide, Australia, Queensland, New South Wales, Melbourne, Indonesia, Java, Jakarta, Bali, Guinea, The British, England, The SEC, Ronald Reagan, Stock Buybacks, Marvel, MCU, DCEU, Film, Movies, Southeast Asia, The Phillippines, Vietnam, America, The US, Academy Awards, WGA Strike, SAG-AFTRA, SAG Strike, Peter Weir, Jidaigeki, chambara movies, sword fight, samurai, ronin, Meiji Restoration, plague, HBO Max, Amazon Prime, casket maker, Seven Samurai, Roshomon, Sergio Leone, Clint Eastwood, Stellen Skarsgard, the matt and mark movie show.The Southern District's Waratah Championship, Night of a Thousand Stars, The Pan Pacific Grand Prix (The Pan Pacifics), Your Friends and Neighbors, The Canadian Grand Prix.
In the morning session, Judge Arun Subramanian formally dismissed Juror No. 6—a 41-year-old Black man—due to “lack of candor” after he gave conflicting statements about living in the Bronx versus New Jersey, which raised concerns about his eligibility for juror service in the Southern District of New York. Combs's defense argued that this dismissal reduced the diversity of the panel and was racially motivated, filing a letter and threatening to seek a mistrial if the removal wasn't reversed. Judge Subramanian denied both requests, stating that the decision was based strictly on the juror's factual inconsistencies, not race, and quickly seated a White accountant from Westchester County as a replacementAfter the jury reassembled, prosecutors called Ananya Sankar, a paralegal specialist from the U.S. Attorney's Office, as a summary witness. Before lunch, Sankar began presenting and walking jurors through a collection of text messages and call logs—including communications between Combs, his staff (like chief of staff Kristina Khorram), and his ex-girlfriend “Jane”. These messages covered topics such as organizing “Wild King Nights,” procurement of MDMA (“Molly”), and discussions of explicit encounters—part of the prosecution's efforts to organize the voluminous digital evidence ahead of closing the case this week. The second witness to take the stand before lunch on June 16, 2025, was Special Agent DeLeassa Penland from the U.S. Attorney's Office in the Southern District of New York. She served as another "summary witness," dispatched to help organize and present the vast trove of digital evidence to the jury. Penland walked jurors through charts and data, including additional phone and text message logs—this time highlighting communications between Combs, his bodyguard “D‑Roc,” and former assistant “Mia.”to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Live updates: Sean ‘Diddy' Combs' trial coverage | CNNBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
In the morning session, Judge Arun Subramanian formally dismissed Juror No. 6—a 41-year-old Black man—due to “lack of candor” after he gave conflicting statements about living in the Bronx versus New Jersey, which raised concerns about his eligibility for juror service in the Southern District of New York. Combs's defense argued that this dismissal reduced the diversity of the panel and was racially motivated, filing a letter and threatening to seek a mistrial if the removal wasn't reversed. Judge Subramanian denied both requests, stating that the decision was based strictly on the juror's factual inconsistencies, not race, and quickly seated a White accountant from Westchester County as a replacementAfter the jury reassembled, prosecutors called Ananya Sankar, a paralegal specialist from the U.S. Attorney's Office, as a summary witness. Before lunch, Sankar began presenting and walking jurors through a collection of text messages and call logs—including communications between Combs, his staff (like chief of staff Kristina Khorram), and his ex-girlfriend “Jane”. These messages covered topics such as organizing “Wild King Nights,” procurement of MDMA (“Molly”), and discussions of explicit encounters—part of the prosecution's efforts to organize the voluminous digital evidence ahead of closing the case this week. The second witness to take the stand before lunch on June 16, 2025, was Special Agent DeLeassa Penland from the U.S. Attorney's Office in the Southern District of New York. She served as another "summary witness," dispatched to help organize and present the vast trove of digital evidence to the jury. Penland walked jurors through charts and data, including additional phone and text message logs—this time highlighting communications between Combs, his bodyguard “D‑Roc,” and former assistant “Mia.”to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Live updates: Sean ‘Diddy' Combs' trial coverage | CNNBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
In the case of Burrowes v. Smalls et al., filed in the Southern District of New York under Index No. 25-1618, plaintiff Kirk Burrowes brings a civil action against defendants including Janice Smalls (also known as Janice Combs), James Doe 1, Lawyer Doe 1, ABC Company 1, John and Jane Does 1-10, and ABC Corporations 1-10. The complaint alleges that the defendants engaged in actions that caused harm to the plaintiff, leading to the pursuit of legal remedies.Kirk Burrowes, co-founder and former president of Bad Boy Entertainment, has filed a lawsuit against Janice Combs (also known as Janice Smalls), alleging her involvement in a scheme to unlawfully seize his 25% stake in the company. The complaint asserts that in 1996, Sean "Diddy" Combs, accompanied by the company's attorney, Kenneth Meiselas, confronted Burrowes with a baseball bat, coercing him into signing over his ownership stake to Janice Combs. Burrowes claims that this act was part of a broader plan orchestrated by Janice Combs to gain full control of Bad Boy Entertainment, employing tactics of intimidation, violence, and financial deception. He further alleges that following this incident, he was blacklisted from the music industry, resulting in financial ruin and homelessness. Burrowes is seeking damages for financial losses, reinstatement of his ownership interest, and a forensic audit of the company's financial records since its inception.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:burrowes-v-janice-combs-1-25-cv-01618-feb-2025.pdf
In the case of Burrowes v. Smalls et al., filed in the Southern District of New York under Index No. 25-1618, plaintiff Kirk Burrowes brings a civil action against defendants including Janice Smalls (also known as Janice Combs), James Doe 1, Lawyer Doe 1, ABC Company 1, John and Jane Does 1-10, and ABC Corporations 1-10. The complaint alleges that the defendants engaged in actions that caused harm to the plaintiff, leading to the pursuit of legal remedies.Kirk Burrowes, co-founder and former president of Bad Boy Entertainment, has filed a lawsuit against Janice Combs (also known as Janice Smalls), alleging her involvement in a scheme to unlawfully seize his 25% stake in the company. The complaint asserts that in 1996, Sean "Diddy" Combs, accompanied by the company's attorney, Kenneth Meiselas, confronted Burrowes with a baseball bat, coercing him into signing over his ownership stake to Janice Combs. Burrowes claims that this act was part of a broader plan orchestrated by Janice Combs to gain full control of Bad Boy Entertainment, employing tactics of intimidation, violence, and financial deception. He further alleges that following this incident, he was blacklisted from the music industry, resulting in financial ruin and homelessness. Burrowes is seeking damages for financial losses, reinstatement of his ownership interest, and a forensic audit of the company's financial records since its inception.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:burrowes-v-janice-combs-1-25-cv-01618-feb-2025.pdf
In the case of Burrowes v. Smalls et al., filed in the Southern District of New York under Index No. 25-1618, plaintiff Kirk Burrowes brings a civil action against defendants including Janice Smalls (also known as Janice Combs), James Doe 1, Lawyer Doe 1, ABC Company 1, John and Jane Does 1-10, and ABC Corporations 1-10. The complaint alleges that the defendants engaged in actions that caused harm to the plaintiff, leading to the pursuit of legal remedies.Kirk Burrowes, co-founder and former president of Bad Boy Entertainment, has filed a lawsuit against Janice Combs (also known as Janice Smalls), alleging her involvement in a scheme to unlawfully seize his 25% stake in the company. The complaint asserts that in 1996, Sean "Diddy" Combs, accompanied by the company's attorney, Kenneth Meiselas, confronted Burrowes with a baseball bat, coercing him into signing over his ownership stake to Janice Combs. Burrowes claims that this act was part of a broader plan orchestrated by Janice Combs to gain full control of Bad Boy Entertainment, employing tactics of intimidation, violence, and financial deception. He further alleges that following this incident, he was blacklisted from the music industry, resulting in financial ruin and homelessness. Burrowes is seeking damages for financial losses, reinstatement of his ownership interest, and a forensic audit of the company's financial records since its inception.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:burrowes-v-janice-combs-1-25-cv-01618-feb-2025.pdf
In the case of Burrowes v. Smalls et al., filed in the Southern District of New York under Index No. 25-1618, plaintiff Kirk Burrowes brings a civil action against defendants including Janice Smalls (also known as Janice Combs), James Doe 1, Lawyer Doe 1, ABC Company 1, John and Jane Does 1-10, and ABC Corporations 1-10. The complaint alleges that the defendants engaged in actions that caused harm to the plaintiff, leading to the pursuit of legal remedies.Kirk Burrowes, co-founder and former president of Bad Boy Entertainment, has filed a lawsuit against Janice Combs (also known as Janice Smalls), alleging her involvement in a scheme to unlawfully seize his 25% stake in the company. The complaint asserts that in 1996, Sean "Diddy" Combs, accompanied by the company's attorney, Kenneth Meiselas, confronted Burrowes with a baseball bat, coercing him into signing over his ownership stake to Janice Combs. Burrowes claims that this act was part of a broader plan orchestrated by Janice Combs to gain full control of Bad Boy Entertainment, employing tactics of intimidation, violence, and financial deception. He further alleges that following this incident, he was blacklisted from the music industry, resulting in financial ruin and homelessness. Burrowes is seeking damages for financial losses, reinstatement of his ownership interest, and a forensic audit of the company's financial records since its inception.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:burrowes-v-janice-combs-1-25-cv-01618-feb-2025.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
In the case of Burrowes v. Smalls et al., filed in the Southern District of New York under Index No. 25-1618, plaintiff Kirk Burrowes brings a civil action against defendants including Janice Smalls (also known as Janice Combs), James Doe 1, Lawyer Doe 1, ABC Company 1, John and Jane Does 1-10, and ABC Corporations 1-10. The complaint alleges that the defendants engaged in actions that caused harm to the plaintiff, leading to the pursuit of legal remedies.Kirk Burrowes, co-founder and former president of Bad Boy Entertainment, has filed a lawsuit against Janice Combs (also known as Janice Smalls), alleging her involvement in a scheme to unlawfully seize his 25% stake in the company. The complaint asserts that in 1996, Sean "Diddy" Combs, accompanied by the company's attorney, Kenneth Meiselas, confronted Burrowes with a baseball bat, coercing him into signing over his ownership stake to Janice Combs. Burrowes claims that this act was part of a broader plan orchestrated by Janice Combs to gain full control of Bad Boy Entertainment, employing tactics of intimidation, violence, and financial deception. He further alleges that following this incident, he was blacklisted from the music industry, resulting in financial ruin and homelessness. Burrowes is seeking damages for financial losses, reinstatement of his ownership interest, and a forensic audit of the company's financial records since its inception.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:burrowes-v-janice-combs-1-25-cv-01618-feb-2025.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
In the case of Burrowes v. Smalls et al., filed in the Southern District of New York under Index No. 25-1618, plaintiff Kirk Burrowes brings a civil action against defendants including Janice Smalls (also known as Janice Combs), James Doe 1, Lawyer Doe 1, ABC Company 1, John and Jane Does 1-10, and ABC Corporations 1-10. The complaint alleges that the defendants engaged in actions that caused harm to the plaintiff, leading to the pursuit of legal remedies.Kirk Burrowes, co-founder and former president of Bad Boy Entertainment, has filed a lawsuit against Janice Combs (also known as Janice Smalls), alleging her involvement in a scheme to unlawfully seize his 25% stake in the company. The complaint asserts that in 1996, Sean "Diddy" Combs, accompanied by the company's attorney, Kenneth Meiselas, confronted Burrowes with a baseball bat, coercing him into signing over his ownership stake to Janice Combs. Burrowes claims that this act was part of a broader plan orchestrated by Janice Combs to gain full control of Bad Boy Entertainment, employing tactics of intimidation, violence, and financial deception. He further alleges that following this incident, he was blacklisted from the music industry, resulting in financial ruin and homelessness. Burrowes is seeking damages for financial losses, reinstatement of his ownership interest, and a forensic audit of the company's financial records since its inception.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:burrowes-v-janice-combs-1-25-cv-01618-feb-2025.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
In the case of Burrowes v. Smalls et al., filed in the Southern District of New York under Index No. 25-1618, plaintiff Kirk Burrowes brings a civil action against defendants including Janice Smalls (also known as Janice Combs), James Doe 1, Lawyer Doe 1, ABC Company 1, John and Jane Does 1-10, and ABC Corporations 1-10. The complaint alleges that the defendants engaged in actions that caused harm to the plaintiff, leading to the pursuit of legal remedies.Kirk Burrowes, co-founder and former president of Bad Boy Entertainment, has filed a lawsuit against Janice Combs (also known as Janice Smalls), alleging her involvement in a scheme to unlawfully seize his 25% stake in the company. The complaint asserts that in 1996, Sean "Diddy" Combs, accompanied by the company's attorney, Kenneth Meiselas, confronted Burrowes with a baseball bat, coercing him into signing over his ownership stake to Janice Combs. Burrowes claims that this act was part of a broader plan orchestrated by Janice Combs to gain full control of Bad Boy Entertainment, employing tactics of intimidation, violence, and financial deception. He further alleges that following this incident, he was blacklisted from the music industry, resulting in financial ruin and homelessness. Burrowes is seeking damages for financial losses, reinstatement of his ownership interest, and a forensic audit of the company's financial records since its inception.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:burrowes-v-janice-combs-1-25-cv-01618-feb-2025.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
In the case of Burrowes v. Smalls et al., filed in the Southern District of New York under Index No. 25-1618, plaintiff Kirk Burrowes brings a civil action against defendants including Janice Smalls (also known as Janice Combs), James Doe 1, Lawyer Doe 1, ABC Company 1, John and Jane Does 1-10, and ABC Corporations 1-10. The complaint alleges that the defendants engaged in actions that caused harm to the plaintiff, leading to the pursuit of legal remedies.Kirk Burrowes, co-founder and former president of Bad Boy Entertainment, has filed a lawsuit against Janice Combs (also known as Janice Smalls), alleging her involvement in a scheme to unlawfully seize his 25% stake in the company. The complaint asserts that in 1996, Sean "Diddy" Combs, accompanied by the company's attorney, Kenneth Meiselas, confronted Burrowes with a baseball bat, coercing him into signing over his ownership stake to Janice Combs. Burrowes claims that this act was part of a broader plan orchestrated by Janice Combs to gain full control of Bad Boy Entertainment, employing tactics of intimidation, violence, and financial deception. He further alleges that following this incident, he was blacklisted from the music industry, resulting in financial ruin and homelessness. Burrowes is seeking damages for financial losses, reinstatement of his ownership interest, and a forensic audit of the company's financial records since its inception.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:burrowes-v-janice-combs-1-25-cv-01618-feb-2025.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
Sean "Diddy" Combs, a prominent music mogul and entrepreneur, has faced multiple allegations of sexual assault spanning several decades. One such allegation involves a woman identified as Jane Doe, who claims she was assaulted by Combs during an event related to the MTV reality show Making the Band.BackgroundIn 2004, Jane Doe, then 19 years old, was a college student in Brooklyn. She met Combs during a promotional event for Making the Band, a reality show he produced that aimed to form a new music group.According to Jane Doe's lawsuit:Invitation to Hotel Room: Combs invited her and a friend to his hotel room in Manhattan under the pretense of discussing potential opportunities in the music industry.Unwanted Advances: Once in the room, Combs allegedly made unsolicited sexual advances, including inappropriate touching and attempts to kiss her.Physical Resistance: Jane Doe resisted his advances, leading to a physical struggle where she was reportedly pushed onto the bed.Assault: She alleges that Combs then sexually assaulted her despite her protests.Following the alleged incident, Jane Doe states she experienced significant emotional distress, including feelings of shame and humiliation. She also claims to have faced professional setbacks as a result of the assault.Jane Doe filed a lawsuit against Combs, seeking compensatory and punitive damages for the alleged assault. The case is currently pending in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New YorkThis allegation is part of a series of accusations against Combs, with multiple individuals coming forward with claims of sexual assault and misconduct. Combs has denied these allegations, and his legal team has stated that he intends to defend himself against these claims.(commercial at 7:30)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:combs-da-band-photoshoot-complaint.pdf
In the case of Burrowes v. Smalls et al., filed in the Southern District of New York under Index No. 25-1618, plaintiff Kirk Burrowes brings a civil action against defendants including Janice Smalls (also known as Janice Combs), James Doe 1, Lawyer Doe 1, ABC Company 1, John and Jane Does 1-10, and ABC Corporations 1-10. The complaint alleges that the defendants engaged in actions that caused harm to the plaintiff, leading to the pursuit of legal remedies.Kirk Burrowes, co-founder and former president of Bad Boy Entertainment, has filed a lawsuit against Janice Combs (also known as Janice Smalls), alleging her involvement in a scheme to unlawfully seize his 25% stake in the company. The complaint asserts that in 1996, Sean "Diddy" Combs, accompanied by the company's attorney, Kenneth Meiselas, confronted Burrowes with a baseball bat, coercing him into signing over his ownership stake to Janice Combs. Burrowes claims that this act was part of a broader plan orchestrated by Janice Combs to gain full control of Bad Boy Entertainment, employing tactics of intimidation, violence, and financial deception. He further alleges that following this incident, he was blacklisted from the music industry, resulting in financial ruin and homelessness. Burrowes is seeking damages for financial losses, reinstatement of his ownership interest, and a forensic audit of the company's financial records since its inception.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:burrowes-v-janice-combs-1-25-cv-01618-feb-2025.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst. For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This document records the presentment hearing for Sean Combs (also known by various aliases including Puff Daddy, P. Diddy, Diddy, PD, and Love) held on September 17, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. in the Southern District of New York before U.S. Magistrate Judge Robyn F. Tarnofsky. The case is formally docketed as United States v. Combs, 24 Cr. 542 (RFT). The presentment marked Combs' initial appearance in federal court following the unsealing of the indictment charging him with racketeering conspiracy and related offenses.During this proceeding, the Court advised Combs of the charges against him and the potential penalties, ensured that he was represented by counsel, and addressed matters related to bail and pretrial conditions. The hearing served as the procedural starting point for the federal criminal case, officially bringing Combs under the jurisdiction of the Court. No substantive arguments or evidence were presented at this stage; the focus remained on formal advisement and setting the framework for future proceedings.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:O9HLComC
This document records the presentment hearing for Sean Combs (also known by various aliases including Puff Daddy, P. Diddy, Diddy, PD, and Love) held on September 17, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. in the Southern District of New York before U.S. Magistrate Judge Robyn F. Tarnofsky. The case is formally docketed as United States v. Combs, 24 Cr. 542 (RFT). The presentment marked Combs' initial appearance in federal court following the unsealing of the indictment charging him with racketeering conspiracy and related offenses.During this proceeding, the Court advised Combs of the charges against him and the potential penalties, ensured that he was represented by counsel, and addressed matters related to bail and pretrial conditions. The hearing served as the procedural starting point for the federal criminal case, officially bringing Combs under the jurisdiction of the Court. No substantive arguments or evidence were presented at this stage; the focus remained on formal advisement and setting the framework for future proceedings.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:O9HLComC
This document records the presentment hearing for Sean Combs (also known by various aliases including Puff Daddy, P. Diddy, Diddy, PD, and Love) held on September 17, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. in the Southern District of New York before U.S. Magistrate Judge Robyn F. Tarnofsky. The case is formally docketed as United States v. Combs, 24 Cr. 542 (RFT). The presentment marked Combs' initial appearance in federal court following the unsealing of the indictment charging him with racketeering conspiracy and related offenses.During this proceeding, the Court advised Combs of the charges against him and the potential penalties, ensured that he was represented by counsel, and addressed matters related to bail and pretrial conditions. The hearing served as the procedural starting point for the federal criminal case, officially bringing Combs under the jurisdiction of the Court. No substantive arguments or evidence were presented at this stage; the focus remained on formal advisement and setting the framework for future proceedings.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:O9HLComCBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
Andrew McCarthy, Fox News Contributor, former Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and author of Ball of Collusion: The Plot to Rig an Election and Destroy a Presidency, joined The Guy Benson Show today to weigh in on Senator Alex Padilla's removal from a DHS briefing, and McCarthy explained why Padilla's claims of oversight don't hold legal water when he isn't in the legislature. McCarthy also unpacked the legal merits of President Trump's mobilization of the National Guard in California amid the LA riots, pushing back on claims from Governor Newsom and Mayor Bass that the move is unlawful. Finally, McCarthy and Benson sounded the alarm on NYC Councilman Zohran Mamdani's radical leftist positions and discussed the risks if Mamdani is elected to be the mayor of NYC. Listen to the full interview below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
No court proceedings today (June 11, 2025) in Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal racketeering and sex trafficking trial at the Southern District of New York. Yesterday's explosive cross-examination of witness "Jane" ended early at 3 PM, with defense attorney Teny Geragos challenging her credibility through explicit text messages and questions about financial arrangements with the hip-hop mogul. In this comprehensive trial update, we analyze the most damaging testimony from Combs' ex-girlfriend, who described disturbing "hotel nights" that prosecutors call "freak-offs" - allegedly coercive events at the center of the federal RICO case. The defense strategy focuses on portraying these as consensual encounters, but with prosecutors suggesting they'll call final witnesses next week, the government's case appears to be building toward a devastating conclusion. We examine how federal prosecutors are using the same RICO statutes that brought down organized crime families to paint Combs as the leader of a criminal enterprise. From Bad Boy Records CEO to federal defendant, we track how testimonies from multiple alleged victims are establishing a pattern of systematic abuse that spans years. Key topics covered: Jane's harrowing testimony about alleged coercion and control Defense cross-examination tactics and their effectiveness Why today's trial break matters for both sides Federal conviction rates and what they mean for Combs The prosecution's endgame strategy as they near rest Legal analysis of racketeering charges in celebrity cases What happens when the defense presents their case This video provides crucial updates for anyone following the biggest celebrity federal trial of 2025, examining how power, money, and alleged exploitation intersect in one of hip-hop's darkest chapters. #DiddyTrial #SeanCombs #FederalTrial #Racketeering #BadBoyRecords #TrueCrime #BreakingNews #CourtroomUpdate #CelebityTrial #JusticeSystem Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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No court proceedings today (June 11, 2025) in Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal racketeering and sex trafficking trial at the Southern District of New York. Yesterday's explosive cross-examination of witness "Jane" ended early at 3 PM, with defense attorney Teny Geragos challenging her credibility through explicit text messages and questions about financial arrangements with the hip-hop mogul. In this comprehensive trial update, we analyze the most damaging testimony from Combs' ex-girlfriend, who described disturbing "hotel nights" that prosecutors call "freak-offs" - allegedly coercive events at the center of the federal RICO case. The defense strategy focuses on portraying these as consensual encounters, but with prosecutors suggesting they'll call final witnesses next week, the government's case appears to be building toward a devastating conclusion. We examine how federal prosecutors are using the same RICO statutes that brought down organized crime families to paint Combs as the leader of a criminal enterprise. From Bad Boy Records CEO to federal defendant, we track how testimonies from multiple alleged victims are establishing a pattern of systematic abuse that spans years. Key topics covered: Jane's harrowing testimony about alleged coercion and control Defense cross-examination tactics and their effectiveness Why today's trial break matters for both sides Federal conviction rates and what they mean for Combs The prosecution's endgame strategy as they near rest Legal analysis of racketeering charges in celebrity cases What happens when the defense presents their case This video provides crucial updates for anyone following the biggest celebrity federal trial of 2025, examining how power, money, and alleged exploitation intersect in one of hip-hop's darkest chapters. #DiddyTrial #SeanCombs #FederalTrial #Racketeering #BadBoyRecords #TrueCrime #BreakingNews #CourtroomUpdate #CelebityTrial #JusticeSystem Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
This document records the presentment hearing for Sean Combs (also known by various aliases including Puff Daddy, P. Diddy, Diddy, PD, and Love) held on September 17, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. in the Southern District of New York before U.S. Magistrate Judge Robyn F. Tarnofsky. The case is formally docketed as United States v. Combs, 24 Cr. 542 (RFT). The presentment marked Combs' initial appearance in federal court following the unsealing of the indictment charging him with racketeering conspiracy and related offenses.During this proceeding, the Court advised Combs of the charges against him and the potential penalties, ensured that he was represented by counsel, and addressed matters related to bail and pretrial conditions. The hearing served as the procedural starting point for the federal criminal case, officially bringing Combs under the jurisdiction of the Court. No substantive arguments or evidence were presented at this stage; the focus remained on formal advisement and setting the framework for future proceedings.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:O9HLComCBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (06/10/2025): 3:05pm- In response to a series of ICE raids intended to remove migrants residing in the United States unlawfully, protests broke out in Los Angeles, California—sometimes turning violent and destructive. Videos circulating on social media show ICE agents being assaulted with bricks and commercial-grade fireworks. Numerous vehicles—including Waymo self-driving taxis—were set on fire by violent demonstrators. Other videos show demonstrators burning American flags and chanting “F*** ICE.” As the protests carried on into the night on Sunday, multiple businesses were looted in downtown Los Angeles, according to reports. President Donald Trump used the National Guard to stifle ongoing violence—and on Monday night, the administration authorized the deployment of 700 Marines. According to estimations from CNN, at least 113 people were arrested on Monday. 3:15pm- While speaking from the Oval Office on Tuesday, President Donald Trump was asked about Saturday's parade in Washington D.C. to celebrate the Army's 250th birthday. Trump explained the importance of celebrating our country and its achievements, specifically referencing America's victory over authoritarianism in World War II—“We are the one that won the war. If it wasn't for us, you would be speaking German right now, ok? We won the war and—you might be speaking Japanese, too. You might be speaking a combination of both." 3:30pm- While appearing on CNN with host Dana Bash, Senator Bernie Sanders (D-VT) accused President Donald Trump of being an authoritarian for deploying the California National Guard to stifle violent outbreaks in Los Angeles. Rich asks: Does Bernie think John F. Kennedy and Dwight Eisenhower were authoritarians when they federalized the National Guard to prevent violence and enforce the national expansion of Civil Rights? 4:00pm- Congressman Guy Reschenthaler—U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 14th Congressional District & House Republican Chief Deputy Whip—joins The Rich Zeoli Show and reacts to the far-left downplaying violence in L.A.: “you don't wear a mask during Covid and that's an insurrection,” according to Democrats. But when people attack ICE agents, they call it a “peaceful protest.” Plus, what is the status of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act? 4:30pm- On Tuesday, President Donald Trump delivered a speech from Fort Bragg in North Carolina where he called the U.S. military the greatest fighting force in the history of the world. 5:00pm- On Tuesday, President Donald Trump delivered a speech from Fort Bragg in North Carolina where he called the U.S. military the greatest fighting force in the history of the world. 5:15pm- Primary Day in New Jersey: Mikie Sherril, the frontrunner to win the Democratic Party's nomination for Governor of New Jersey, responded to the Trump Administration's decision to use the National Guard and Marines to stifle violent protests in Los Angeles: “To have someone like [Defense Secretary Pete] Hegseth say that he's going to put the Marines on the streets of America, that's really dangerous. It's dangerous for our civilization population, it's not good for the Marines” 5:30pm- Andrew C. McCarthy—Senior fellow at National Review & former Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his latest article, “President Trump Has Legal Authority to Suppress the Siege in L.A.” McCarthy reacts to news that a federal judge has denied Gov. Gavin Newsom's (D-CA) effort to prevent the Trump Administration's use of the National Guard to halt violence in Los Angeles. You can read the full article here: https://www.nationalreview.com/2025/06/president-trump-has-legal-authority-to-suppress-the-siege-in-l-a/. McCarthy is also author of the book “Ball of Collusion: The Plot to Rig an Election and Destroy a Presidency.” 6:05pm- ABC News correspondent Terry Moran was suspended yesterday after openly expressing disdain for W ...
The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 3: 5:00pm- On Tuesday, President Donald Trump delivered a speech from Fort Bragg in North Carolina where he called the U.S. military the greatest fighting force in the history of the world. 5:15pm- Primary Day in New Jersey: Mikie Sherril, the frontrunner to win the Democratic Party's nomination for Governor of New Jersey, responded to the Trump Administration's decision to use the National Guard and Marines to stifle violent protests in Los Angeles: “To have someone like [Defense Secretary Pete] Hegseth say that he's going to put the Marines on the streets of America, that's really dangerous. It's dangerous for our civilization population, it's not good for the Marines” 5:30pm- Andrew C. McCarthy—Senior fellow at National Review & former Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his latest article, “President Trump Has Legal Authority to Suppress the Siege in L.A.” McCarthy reacts to news that a federal judge has denied Gov. Gavin Newsom's (D-CA) effort to prevent the Trump Administration's use of the National Guard to halt violence in Los Angeles. You can read the full article here: https://www.nationalreview.com/2025/06/president-trump-has-legal-authority-to-suppress-the-siege-in-l-a/. McCarthy is also author of the book “Ball of Collusion: The Plot to Rig an Election and Destroy a Presidency.”
Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst. For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices