Federal Prosecutors Move to Admonish Diddy’s Advisor Over TMZ Podcast Commentary
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In a high-profile federal criminal case that continues to send shockwaves through the entertainment industry, prosecutors are seeking judicial intervention over controversial podcast comments made by celebrity attorney Mark Geragos, who has been advising music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs.
Geragos, known for defending high-profile clients and co-hosting the “2 Angry Men” podcast alongside TMZ founder Harvey Levin, has drawn scrutiny for discussing sensitive case details publicly. In a recent episode, he labeled a security video showing Combs allegedly assaulting Cassie Ventura—his former girlfriend—as “character assassination,” suggesting the footage aired by CNN had been selectively edited.
Federal Prosecutors Say Podcast Comments Cross Legal Lines
Federal prosecutors in Manhattan argue that Geragos’s on-air commentary breaches rules that prohibit lawyers from making “extrajudicial statements” that could prejudice ongoing proceedings. While Geragos has not officially filed to represent Combs, he has been present in court during jury selection and is seen seated with the defense team—reinforcing his active role in the case.
In a formal letter to the judge, prosecutors emphasized the risk to the integrity of the proceedings, stating:
“The need for the Court’s admonishment is necessary given that Mr. Geragos discussed the trial in his podcast ‘2 Angry Men,’” referring to his detailed predictions about the case and even the defense’s legal strategy.
Geragos: “I’ve Known Sean a Long Time… He Has a Violent Temper”
On the podcast, Geragos didn’t hold back:
“I’ve known Sean for a long time. He has a violent temper, especially when you combine it with the drug use,” he said, adding, “But that isn’t what he’s charged with.”
This statement has fueled more controversy, as Combs faces federal charges of sex trafficking, with prosecutors alleging he used his Bad Boy Records empire and other business assets to orchestrate elaborate “freak offs”—drug-fueled sex parties involving women allegedly trafficked for exploitation.
Jury Selection & Defense Strategy
The trial is still in its early stages, with jury selection underway. Combs has appeared deeply engaged in the process, conferring regularly with his legal team. One notable moment from the courtroom involved Geragos discussing how common relationship disputes can escalate:
“Have you ever had a situation where your significant other took your cellphone? And does that take you from 0 to 60 really quick?”
This line of reasoning hints at the defense’s strategy to frame the altercation between Combs and Ventura as a personal dispute rather than criminal conduct.
Behind the Legal Curtain: More Lawyers Join the Battle
Geragos also hinted at internal strategy debates and confirmed that his daughter, Teny Geragos, is a part of Combs’s legal team—though he joked about receiving “pushback” rather than insights from her.
Adding to the intrigue, Nicole Westmoreland, a high-profile attorney who previously defended one of rapper Young Thug’s associates, filed her appearance in the case this week. Westmoreland is a Black female attorney, addressing what Geragos hinted at earlier in the podcast: a push to diversify Combs’s legal team for both strategic and perceptual reasons.
“I’m not going to speak out of school, but I’ve heard very strong rumors,” Geragos said, when Levin speculated about Combs’s intent to hire a Black woman lawyer.
As this case unfolds, it continues to dominate headlines in the worlds of music, entertainment, and law. For more updates on celebrity trials, legal drama, and music industry power moves, stay tuned to Eventnites — your source for culture-shaping entertainment news.
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