Can you believe some of the news making the rounds these days? Just when you thought things could not get any crazier, former President Donald Trump brought up the idea of a possible pardon for Sean "Diddy" Combs. This happened right after Todd and Julie Chrisley were pardoned. Of course, this news sent shockwaves through the entertainment world. It also got Diddy's longtime rival, Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, talking. And when 50 Cent talks, he usually has something very direct to say.
President Trump was asked about Diddy by a reporter. Trump said he would think about a pardon "if I think somebody was mistreated." This sounds like a standard political answer, but it is certainly interesting given the seriousness of Diddy's current legal troubles. For those who might not know, Combs is facing serious charges. These include racketeering conspiracy sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion and transporting people for prostitution. If found guilty, he could face a long time in prison, possibly even life. Witnesses have been testifying about alleged abuse, forced labor, and drug dealing. Diddy himself says he is innocent of all these accusations.
Trump also said that nobody has actually asked him for a pardon for Diddy yet. He believes people are close to asking. He mentioned he has not been watching the trial closely. He has not spoken to Diddy in years. Trump recalled that Diddy "used to really like me a lot." But Trump felt that when he ran for politics their relationship broke apart. Trump said he started reading "some little bit nasty statements" about himself from Diddy in the paper. This is a common story for politicians. Trump explained that when you run for politics you become a much different person. He believes he does what is right for the country and it is not a popularity contest. He said he would look at the facts and if someone was mistreated his feelings about them would not matter.
50 Cent Jumps Into The Conversation To Make Sure Donald Trump Is Aware Of Diddy's Past CommentsThe Long-Standing Feud Between The Two Rappers Continues To Heat Up With This Political Talk
As you can guess, 50 Cent did not stay quiet about this news. He quickly took to social media to share his thoughts and keep his feud with Diddy going strong. 50 Cent warned Trump about Diddy. He said that Diddy has said some really bad things about Trump. He plans to make sure Trump knows exactly how he feels about Diddy. 50 Cent also posted about how Donald does not like disrespect and does not forget who goes against him. He believes Trump would only pardon someone who was truly mistreated not someone who spoke ill of him.
This is a big play from 50 Cent. He wants to make sure that if a pardon is even a tiny possibility, Trump remembers Diddy’s past criticisms. For instance, 50 Cent shared a video where Diddy said "White men like Trump need to be banished." He captioned another video with Diddy saying, "Welp can't ask him for help then buddy, LOL." This highlights the very public shift in Diddy's stance on Trump once Trump entered politics. It is hard to imagine Trump forgetting comments like that. 50 Cent is clearly trying to make sure that does not happen.
The rivalry between 50 Cent and Diddy goes back years. It is a long story. 50 Cent once claimed that Jennifer Lopez suggested Diddy work with him. He even said he helped write Diddy's song "Let's Get It" back in 2001. Things got heated in 2006 when 50 Cent released a diss track called "The Bomb." In that song, he suggested Diddy knew something about the 1997 murder of Notorious B.I.G. 50 Cent sang "Who shot Biggie Smalls? We don’t get ‘em / They gonna kill us all ... Man, Puffy know who hit that n----." This was a bold accusation and shows the deep roots of their dislike for each other.
50 Cent also recalled a strange moment where Diddy once asked to take him shopping. He said he felt "weird energy" and was not comfortable around Diddy. Diddy, on the other hand, once claimed that 50 Cent actually loved him. In a 2018 interview, Diddy said "You all can't see that he loves me? You really think that's hate? You know he loves me." Diddy also said he wanted to be friends with 50 Cent so he could teach him how to make more money. He called himself "the No. 1 money-getter in the world." Clearly, these two have very different ideas about their relationship.
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From Lavish Events To Legal Troubles: A Look At Diddy And Trump's Shared History
How Their Relationship Evolved And What The Public Saw Over The Years
Diddy and Donald Trump actually have a history. They were often seen together in the late 1990s and early 2000s. They moved in similar social circles as big names in New York’s business, entertainment, and nightlife scenes. Trump went to Diddy’s Justin’s Restaurant opening in 1997. The Trumps even attended a gala honoring Diddy in Palm Beach in 2005. They were photographed together at many public events.
Diddy launched Bad Boy Records in the 1990s and built a name for himself in fashion and media. Trump had already established himself as a real estate mogul and a media personality. In the early 2000s, they both became big figures in the reality TV world. Diddy had "Making the Band" and Trump had "The Apprentice." There is even a resurfaced clip from a 2012 episode of "The Apprentice" where Trump called Diddy a "good friend of mine" and said "I think he's a good guy, I'm going to stick up for him."
Similarly, after Trump said he was running for president, Diddy told The Washington Post in 2015 "Donald Trump is a friend of mine, and he works very hard." However, Diddy’s views clearly changed. He later endorsed Joe Biden for president. Diddy warned that Trump’s victory could start a race war. He said, "The number one priority is to get Trump out of office." This stark contrast in their public statements makes 50 Cent's current actions all the more pointed.
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50 Cent's Ongoing Campaign Against Diddy And The Recent Developments In The Case
The Rapper Is Not Holding Back As Diddy Faces His Legal Battles
When Diddy's homes were searched as part of the federal investigation, 50 Cent was quick to react. He posted screenshots from TV coverage on social media. He wrote "Now it's not Diddy do it, it's Diddy done. They don't come like that unless they got a case." This shows how closely 50 Cent has been following Diddy’s troubles and how ready he is to comment on them. His words carry weight given their long history.
Months later, a video came out that showed Diddy physically assaulting Cassie Ventura in a hotel hallway in 2016. This video shocked many people. 50 Cent reacted to it saying "First, he denied that it even happened, and then the tape comes out. So that means everything that n---a says is a lie." He added that if someone watches that video and has a daughter, they can imagine her in those terrible circumstances. He called it "crazy" that Diddy "get away with it." He also pointed out that with all Diddy's influence and power, the person he is with should want to be there not be forced.
After Diddy's arrest in September, 50 Cent announced plans to produce a docuseries with Netflix about Diddy's troubles. He told Variety that this story has a big human impact. He described it as a complicated story going back decades, not just about the headlines. 50 Cent said they want to give a voice to those who have not had one. They also want to show true and fair views. He also noted that while the allegations are upsetting, Sean Combs’ story is not the whole story of hip-hop. He believes individual actions should not overshadow the broader good things the culture has given us.
The Diddy trial is ongoing. It has brought many witnesses to the stand. These include his former partner Cassie Ventura, rapper Kid Cudi, and former employees. Ventura gave graphic testimony about alleged physical and sexual abuse during her 11-year relationship with Combs. Other testimony has claimed criminal activity including rape, kidnapping, and arson. The government is trying to prove Diddy created a culture of violence and fear that allowed him to commit racketeering. Diddy’s defense team is trying to show that no crime was committed. They are also trying to separate Diddy from the alleged events. They have also suggested that Ventura willingly participated in parties where she had sex with male escorts. The trial is expected to finish before the July 4 holiday.