Overview

• David James, Combs' former assistant, testified that the music mogul consumed a daily cocktail of drugs, including ecstasy pills shaped like Barack Obama’s head.
• James described Combs carrying 25 to 30 pill bottles during hotel stays, containing drugs such as Percocet, Viagra, and weight loss supplements.
• Cassie Ventura, Combs’ former girlfriend, previously testified about enduring physical abuse, with her mother, Regina Ventura, presenting photos of her injuries in court.
• Regina Ventura also testified that she paid Combs $20,000, using a home equity loan, to prevent the release of a sex tape involving her daughter.
• Federal prosecutors allege Combs orchestrated a years-long sex trafficking ring, using drugs, financial leverage, and threats to control and exploit women.