Diddy’s lawyers accuse federal agents of leaking Cassie beating video to stir up ‘public hostility’ before trial

Diddy's lawyers accuse federal agents of leaking Cassie beating video to stir up 'public hostility' before trial

As a seasoned observer of public figures and their tumultuous lives, I find myself utterly astounded by the latest developments in the life of Sean “Diddy” Combs. The man who once graced the stages with an infectious energy and charm now finds himself entangled in a web of accusations that stretch from Miami to Los Angeles.


According to Diddy and his lawyers, they believe that the U.S. government is responsible for leaking a video depicting an altercation involving him and his former girlfriend, Cassie.

Based on court documents obtained on Wednesday by DailyMail.com, the lawyers for the 54-year-old rapper claim that officials from the Department of Homeland Security intentionally leaked the 2016 hotel surveillance footage of the violent incident to CNN.

Diddy’s legal team contends that over the past seven months, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agents have been trying to undermine his chance at a fair trial by disclosing secret grand jury data.

They’ve asked for a hearing to examine the circumstances surrounding the disclosure of the 2016 hotel video to the cable news channel.

Furthermore, Diddy’s lawyers have voiced concerns about the forceful tactics used during the searches of his residences in Los Angeles and Miami, claiming that law enforcement officers restrained his kids during these investigations, as reported by the media outlet.

Diddy's lawyers accuse federal agents of leaking Cassie beating video to stir up 'public hostility' before trial

Diddy's lawyers accuse federal agents of leaking Cassie beating video to stir up 'public hostility' before trial

According to the documents reviewed on Wednesday, it’s been revealed that DHS agents have consistently made biased and inaccurate statements to several media outlets during the past seven months.

Subsequently, the officials conducted a highly aggressive and open search of Mr. Combs’ residences, where they cuffed Mr. Combs’ blameless sons and led them before news helicopters and reporters. This seemed to be an attempt to portray that they possessed overwhelming evidence against Mr. Combs, thus justifying the harsh and public treatment, even extending to his children who were handcuffed and rough-handled by federal agents wielding assault rifles.

Thirdly, it has been a recurring issue that government workers have disclosed confidential grand jury information and documents to the media with the intention of fueling public animosity towards Mr. Combs prior to his trial. The most flagrant instance of this occurred when CNN was provided with a 2016 video recording from the Intercontinental Hotel in Los Angeles.

In May of 2016, startling security camera footage showing an altercation between Diddy and Cassie in a Los Angeles hotel surfaced.

The video depicts the rapper, bare-chested and wearing just a towel as a makeshift skirt, pursuing Cassie through the hallway of the InterContinental Hotel located in Century City.

Attempting to enter an elevator, she was forcefully pulled backwards by the hair and violently thrust to the floor by him.

Later, he struck her when she was immobile on the ground, followed by seizing the two high-end handbags that she had been attempting to flee with.

Diddy stood over her, kicked her again, and then dragged her back to their room by the hoodie. 

Diddy's lawyers accuse federal agents of leaking Cassie beating video to stir up 'public hostility' before trial
Diddy's lawyers accuse federal agents of leaking Cassie beating video to stir up 'public hostility' before trial

Following the release of the video, Diddy admitted he had reached a low point in his life. He made no attempts to justify his unacceptable behavior shown in the footage, instead taking full accountability for it.

Cassie claimed in a since-settled lawsuit that Diddy had paid the same hotel $50,000 for the footage after the attack. 

Simultaneously, Diddy remains significant within the entertainment realm, exerting his impact even during his time in prison.

At present, the influential figure in the music industry finds himself detained by federal authorities due to severe allegations of sex trafficking and a multitude of civil court cases filed against him.

Based on information shared with People on Monday, it’s clear that his standing in the industry still strikes terror in many, demonstrating the lasting impact of his power.

According to the source, he was incredibly strong-willed. People were too fearful to confront him, it was common knowledge. Though he’s incarcerated currently, his power remains undiminished. We all recognized it even in the past.

The source added: ‘He’s incredibly smart, he knows a lot of people, and he’s helped a lot of people — so a lot of people owe him. He knows that.’

Diddy's lawyers accuse federal agents of leaking Cassie beating video to stir up 'public hostility' before trial
Diddy's lawyers accuse federal agents of leaking Cassie beating video to stir up 'public hostility' before trial

It was further noted that Diddy’s intense focus on control is frequently linked to his exceptional creative talent.

The report emerges subsequent to alarming videos of Diddy discussing his intentions to behave extremely, along with references to finding girls together with a then-teenager Justin Bieber, reappearing on the internet. This occurrence follows the arrest of the controversial music industry figure.

Over the past few weeks, the close relationship between the rap artist and Bieber has been under significant examination – prompted by concerning videos of a 15-year-old Bieber spending two days with Diddy that have resurfaced amidst the numerous accusations being levied against the founder of Bad Boy Records.

In the video, Combs is seen alongside the now 30-year-old pop phenomenon. He confides to the camera, “For the next 48 hours, he’s with me, Diddy, and unfortunately, I can’t reveal what we’re up to. However, it’s every 15-year-old’s dream come true.

‘I have been given custody of him. He’s signed to Usher and I had legal guardianship of Usher when he did his first album.’  

Diddy added, “For the next two days, Justin will be staying with me, and we’re planning to have an absolutely wild time together.

As a lifestyle guru, I find myself admiring Justin Bieber’s style in the latest music video. He dons a stylish black baseball cap paired with a vibrant purple shirt, all while flashing a charming smile up at Diddy. Throughout the clip, he offers casual comments like “yeah” and “full crazy,” adding an authentic touch to his performance.

After posing the question to Bieber about his plans, the artist from Tell Me enquired, and Bieber responded casually, saying they should go find some company with young women.

Diddy's lawyers accuse federal agents of leaking Cassie beating video to stir up 'public hostility' before trial
Diddy's lawyers accuse federal agents of leaking Cassie beating video to stir up 'public hostility' before trial

‘Man after my heart,’ Combs replied. ‘That’s what I’m talking about.’

The video was uploaded on Bieber’s official YouTube channel back in November 2009.

According to reports to DailyMail.com, the singer allegedly believes he lacks someone to confide in concerning the accusations and is navigating this challenging situation on his own.

It has been reported that another source claims Justin Bieber is severely upset over Diddy’s recent arrest for alleged sex trafficking, leading him to isolate himself from society.

Last month, Combs was arrested on shocking sex trafficking and racketeering charges and is being held in a notorious New York City jail without bond. 

As a lifestyle expert, I found myself learning yesterday that my case has been reassigned to Federal Judge Arun Subramanian, and CNN reports this shift came without any provided reasoning.

To begin with, Judge Andrew Carter oversaw the trial and refused to grant him bail on two occasions, even though the rapper pledged both his and his mother’s Miami residences, valued at $50 million, as security.

In a court case, Combs has denied accusations that stem from as far back as 2008, which claim he mistreated, intimidated, and manipulated women over an extended period to satisfy his sexual needs, safeguard his image, and hide his actions.

Diddy's lawyers accuse federal agents of leaking Cassie beating video to stir up 'public hostility' before trial

During a recent search of Sean Combs’ home in Miami, U.S. Attorney Damian Williams disclosed the seized items, which included several unlabeled AR-15 rifles, ammunition, along with approximately 1,000 bottles of baby oil and other lubricants.

During their searches of Combs’ homes in both Los Angeles and Miami, they uncovered proof that supported the long-standing rumors about his sex parties, often called ‘freak offs’. The electronic devices found there contained pictures and videos depicting these events, involving several participants.

120 more individuals stepped forward on Tuesday, alleging sexual misconduct against him, with some minors, such as a nine-year-old, being part of the group.

The claims were made by Texas lawyer Tony Buzbee who announced he is representing the new victims who he believes have legitimate cases against the rapper. 

In March, a previously unseen video featuring Bieber and Diddy re-emerged not long after Homeland Security conducted searches at Diddy’s properties in Miami and LA.

In this video, you can see the rapper questioning Bieber (who was 16 at the time) about his reduced communication.

Bieber appeared anxious as he responded to his musical colleague.

He said, “You’ve been trying to reach me during all sorts of times, but somehow you couldn’t get a hold of me because I didn’t give you my phone number. Let me clear that up now by sharing it with you.

Back when he was still young, Bieber developed a friendship with Diddy. Later, in 2023, Bieber joined forces with Diddy on the track “Moment,” which was part of Diddy’s album “The Love Album: Off the Grid.

Following the album’s release in October, Bieber reflected on his first encounter with Diddy.

He posted on Instagram that he went to his older brother’s workplace, where he presented a song he had written for him around the age of 14.

Diddy's lawyers accuse federal agents of leaking Cassie beating video to stir up 'public hostility' before trial
Diddy's lawyers accuse federal agents of leaking Cassie beating video to stir up 'public hostility' before trial

‘Sadly the song was trash haha and it would be a hard no from him.’

He continued: ‘Fast forward to a few years ago Puff asked if I would freestyle something for his upcoming love album. Wild full circle moment, love you @diddy.’

For much of the previous year, Chris Brown has found himself under scrutiny following the resolution of a lawsuit filed by his former partner, Cassie, in November of 2023. In this lawsuit, she alleged that he was involved in human trafficking for sexual purposes and physically abused her.

A clip from 2016 showing him assaulting her in a hotel room in Los Angeles resurfaced in May. This event led him to admit that he had reached the lowest point of his life, and he offered no justifications for the actions portrayed in the video, acknowledging their indefensible nature. He also accepted full accountability.

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