Diddy's prosecutors must still prove their case on the most serious charges, outside lawyers say

While Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal trial has been rife with drama, cringe and explosive comments, lawyers not involved in the case say prosecutors have yet to prove that the music mogul is guilty of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking, the two most serious charges brought against him in a five-count indictment.

While Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal trial has been rife with drama, cringe and explosive comments, lawyers not involved in the case say prosecutors have yet to prove that the music mogul is guilty of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking, the two most serious charges brought against him in a five-count indictment.

Combs has pleaded not guilty to one count of racketeering conspiracy; two counts of sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion; and two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution.

About a dozen people have taken the stand so far in the trial, which will enter its third week Tuesday.

“I’m not seeing the development of a racketeering enterprise,” said veteran criminal defense attorney Tama Beth Kudman. “I’m not seeing the thread that creates an enterprise with a unified purpose.”

On the racketeering conspiracy charge, prosecutors must prove Combs was involved in a criminal enterprise with a group of people engaging in criminal acts, multiple lawyers said.