Following a recent string of high-profile pardons, Donald Trump has opened up on the possibility of pardoning his former friend, Diddy, amid his ongoing federal case. The music mogul, who’s tangled up in a sex trafficking and racketeering trial brought along by Cassie’s civil lawsuit, is facing life in prison if found guilty of his crimes. While addressing Diddy’s legal drama, however, Trump opened up about his past bond with the rapper and extended his thoughts on the probability of pardoning him. Here’s the lowdown…
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Trump Dishes On A Possible Diddy Pardon
Trump’s second term in office has brought along many pardons in the past few weeks. From freeing former Chicago gang leader Larry Hoover to NBA YoungBoy and even reality TV’s Todd and Julie Chrisley, Trump’s been clearing slates left and right to those he believes were unfairly targeted or prosecuted. So, when Fox News’ Peter Doocy stepped up to the press conference on May 30 and asked if Trump would consider pardoning Diddy, the room got real quiet, y’all.
As you know, Diddy’s currently on trial in a Manhattan federal court, facing five charges, including racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking by force. Doocy brought up Trump’s 2012 shoutout, calling Diddy a “good friend” before asking, “Would you ever consider pardoning him?”
Trump hit back with, “Nobody’s asked. You had to be the one to ask, Peter. I know people are thinking about it.” He admitted he hasn’t been following Diddy’s trial closely, but he knows it has had the media in a frenzy over the past few weeks. “First of all, I’d look at what’s happening,” he said, leaving the door open for a possible clemency move.
Trump Also Opened Up About His Former Ties With Diddy
The president didn’t shy away from reminiscing about their once-tight bond. “I haven’t seen him, I haven’t spoken to him in years,” he shared. Apparently, Diddy was all about Trump back in the day, but things went left when Trump jumped into politics. “He used to really like me a lot, but I think when I ran for politics, that relationship sort of busted up,” he said.
He even heard Diddy previously throwing some shade his way in the press, calling them “nasty statements” that appeared to have left the president feeling a little taken aback. But Trump made it clear he’s not here for the popularity contest. “If I think somebody was being mistreated, whether they like me or don’t like me, it wouldn’t have any impact,” he declared. So, whether Diddy’s Team Trump or not, the president says he’d consider a pardon if the facts show Diddy’s been done dirty.
Social Media Reacts To Trump’s Comments About Pardoning Diddy
The Roomies took straight to the comments section, sharing their thoughts on the possibility that Diddy could be pardoned. Here’s what some of them wrote on The Shade Room‘s post…
@iamdomsmith commented, “It’s looking good for Diddy either way 🤷🏿♂️”
@devodontiie shared, “Remember, it’s not about what you know, but who you know!! 🤣🤣”
@nicholeeautumn shared, “Diddys now gonna turn MAGA if he hadn’t already…”
@_sweetteaaaaa wrote, “Yup that’s it, Diddy will be getting out soon! Y’all might as well prepare for it now that’s all ima say 😂😭”
@princesstreatmentonly_ expressed, “I’m sorry. There are so many people stuck in the justice system who truly innocent that we need to shed light on. Yall keep freeing these celebrities because it’s something cool to talk about”
@all100z_aye wrote, “Unc said them freak offs aint sound too bad to him 😂😂”
@jayt.music wrote, “Trump was at all of the Diddy parties (allegedly) that y’all been tryna FALSELY pin on JayZ”
@gabriellealani_ wrote, “if he pardoned diddy so many people will need witness protection”
@sucha_goodgurl commented, “Nah we want R Kelly man tf you doing TAKE DIDDY TO JAIL 😂😂😂😂”
@ceomattyj shared, “Trump about to allow Diddy to dip out like your uncle leaving a cookout with 4 plates and no explanation.”
@maxxy_babes wrote, “Why not Trump got 34 felonies and he is the president”
