Shocking new claim from Diddy and his legal team … they believe the federal government “orchestrated” the leak of the Cassie beating video to the media.
Allegations Against the Federal Government
According to new legal docs, obtained by TMZ, Diddy’s attorneys accuse the feds of misconduct in his criminal case … namely, by allegedly orchestrating the leak of the Cassie tape to CNN.
A 2016 video shows Sean “Diddy” Combs assaulting then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura in an altercation that matches some allegations in now-settled lawsuit https://t.co/fYUQ2z2MYN
— CNN (@CNN) May 17, 2024 @CNN
The Controversial Video
The video in question is from 2016 and it shows Diddy brutally beating Cassie in the hallway of a swanky Los Angeles hotel during their relationship.
The Blame Game
In the docs, Diddy is specifically blaming the Department of Homeland Security … not the U.S. Attorney’s office.
The Leak to CNN
His attorneys say after being approached by CNN, they emailed the prosecutors assigned to Diddy’s case and told them they had gotten word CNN had been given a video tape of the Intercontinental Hotel from 2016 and told prosecutors, “My concern is that someone (not any of you and not the lead case agents) provided this footage to CNN. I bring this to your attention solely because I imagine you didn’t want this to happen any more than I do.”
Diddy’s lawyers say after CNN released the video on May 17, an Assistant United States Attorney assigned to the case responded, “We really appreciate you giving us a heads up. We have now seen the video.”
Possible Source of the Leak
His attorneys say DHS is likely the source of the leak for a few reasons … pointing out DHS agents were often quoted in news stories about the Diddy raids and investigation.
Speculations and Motives
Diddy’s legal team also says Cassie was likely not a source of the leak because her lawsuit against Diddy didn’t make it seem like she had the tape and she had no motive to leak it to the press.
Damage to Reputation
Instead, Diddy’s camp says the tape being leaked to CNN “shows a motive to damage Mr. Combs’ reputation without remuneration—a motive held by federal agents.”
The Timing of the Leak
The timing of the leak is also interesting, Diddy’s lawyers say … pointing out on May 17 there was a break in the Donald Trump trial, and thus a slow news day that would give more attention to the Cassie tape.
Legal Actions
Diddy’s lawyers want an evidentiary hearing to craft a remedy so the judge can assess and determine appropriate relief.
Further Allegations
Diddy takes more shots at the feds in the docs … claiming the raids on his homes in Los Angeles and Miami were overly brutal, accusing federal agents of handcuffing his kids.
FAQs
Q: What are Diddy’s lawyers accusing the federal government of?
A: Diddy’s lawyers believe the federal government orchestrated the leak of the Cassie beating video to the media.
Q: Why do Diddy’s attorneys think DHS is the likely source of the leak?
A: They point out that DHS agents were often quoted in news stories about the Diddy raids and investigation.
Q: What actions do Diddy’s lawyers want to take?
A: They want an evidentiary hearing to assess and determine appropriate relief in the case.
Credit: www.tmz.com
