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Sean "Diddy" Combs' defense team rested their case in his sex trafficking trial after a brief 20-minute presentation. Following seven weeks of prosecution arguments, the defense argued the government failed to meet its burden of proof. Diddy confirmed he wouldn't testify. The defense submitted text messages to support their claim that the alleged victims were willing participants. The brevity of the defense is considered a strategic move, avoiding potential risks associated with calling witnesses, including Diddy himself.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.