Criminal law—United States

  • Attorney Anthony Ricco Withdraws from Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ Defense Team in Federal Sex Trafficking Case

    Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal team is undergoing a significant change as defense attorney Anthony Ricco has formally requested to withdraw from representing the embattled music mogul in his federal sex trafficking case. Ricco, one of six attorneys on Combs’ defense team, did not provide a specific reason for his departure but made it clear that…

  • Judge Orders DOJ to Explain Dropped Charges Against NYC Mayor

    A federal judge in New York City has ordered attorneys for the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and Mayor Eric Adams to appear in court Wednesday, February 18, 2025, to address the DOJ’s controversial decision to drop corruption charges against Adams. The ruling follows accusations of a quid pro quo arrangement between the mayor and…