In his first interview since music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs was convicted on two federal counts related to prostitution, Diddy’s lead attorney Mark Agnifilo is making it clear: they’re not done fighting. Although Combs was acquitted of the most serious charges—sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy—he now faces sentencing in October, and his legal team is preparing for what comes next.
Speaking with CBS News’ Jericka Duncan, Agnifilo described the current focus as preparing Combs for the reality of a potential sentence. “The guidelines are about two or three years,” he explained, though he acknowledged the judge has discretion to go above that range. Still, he remained confident, stating, “It’s not over till we get him out.”
One of the most controversial parts of the interview came when Agnifilo was asked about his courtroom description of Diddy’s relationship with Cassie Ventura—one of the key prosecution witnesses—as a “great modern love story.” Ventura has publicly accused Combs of rape, physical abuse, and fueling her drug addiction. Agnifilo stood by his characterization, saying, “I think she very much loved him and I know he very much loved her.” Cassie’s attorney quickly condemned the statement, calling it “a complete disgrace and affront to survivors of domestic violence.”
Agnifilo also addressed speculation about a potential pardon from Donald Trump. While a senior White House official declined to comment, Agnifilo said he has not had any discussions with the Trump administration and added, “I’m not political.” When asked what Diddy thinks about the chatter surrounding a pardon, Agnifilo said, “He told me, ‘Go tell them I deserve a pardon.’”
As Combs remains behind bars awaiting sentencing, Agnifilo revealed his client still dreams of returning to the stage, specifically performing at Madison Square Garden. “He talks about his family. He wants to be back in the world,” said Agnifilo. “He wants to be on stage performing.”
For now, Diddy’s future remains uncertain. But if his attorney’s words are any indication, the legal battles—and the public debates—are far from over.
Source: CBS
