Diddy, who was brought to court in chains, looked around and smiled throughout the trial.

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Famous music producer Sean "Diddy" Combs appeared in federal court in Manhattan on Thursday. Judge Arun Subramanian decided that Combs' trial will begin on May 5, 2025.

The prosecution anticipates that the presentation of the case will take three weeks, while Combs' lawyers requested one week for the defense. The U.S. Attorney's Office stated that the investigation is ongoing and additional indictments may come.

Combs' mother Janice and his six children also attended the hearing. Combs was brought into the courtroom in beige prison attire and with ankle shackles. He was seen continuously smiling throughout the trial.

The judge thanked Combs' family for attending the hearing. After the hearing, Combs waved to his family and blew kisses.

The prosecution announced that the examination of 96 electronic devices seized during the raids on Combs' homes will be completed next week, but the evidence collection process will continue until December.

Combs is currently being held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn. His lawyers did not request a change of venue to review the evidence.

Combs' lawyers had requested that the trial begin in April or May. The prosecution indicated that those dates are available.

This case involves allegations that have caused a significant stir in the music industry and will be closely followed in the coming months.