Kanye West, now known as Ye, made a dramatic appearance today at the Manhattan federal courthouse in support of Sean “Diddy” Combs. The controversial rapper, dressed in white, arrived shortly before noon alongside Combs’s son, Christian. Though barred from the main courtroom, his presence created whispers in the halls.
Overflow Room Support
Ye was denied access to the 26th‑floor courtroom. Instead, court marshals escorted him and Christian Combs to an overflow room one level below the official overflow. A federal officer even cleared a bench for them. After roughly 35–40 minutes, Ye departed, walking past reporters and cameras into a waiting black SUV
When approached by a reporter in the hallway, Ye simply nodded in response to the question, “Are you here to support Combs?”
High‑Profile Case Heats Up
Combs, 55, faces charges including sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and transporting individuals for prostitution. He has pleaded not guilty. If convicted on all counts, prosecutors say he could face life imprisonment
The high‑profile trial is now in its fifth week. This week, prosecutors presented disturbing details through two key witnesses:
- Cassie Ventura, Combs’s former partner, testified about years of emotional manipulation and coercion.
- A woman identified only as “Jane” spoke of orchestrated “sex parties” and controlling abuse over a two‑decade span.
Witness testimony also covered a March 2024 raid at Combs’s Los Angeles home. A Homeland Security agent detailed firearms and prohibited items seized that day.
Defense attorneys have countered, framing these encounters as consensual and accusing prosecutors of policing private behavior. A judge has stated that jury members’ emotions, such as nodding or smiling when they hear sympathetic testimony, are normal and not cause for concern.
Ye’s Controversial Backdrop
Ye’s appearance comes amid broader backlash over his own public controversies. He has faced criticism for antisemitic remarks, praise of Hitler, and an antisemitic song. His support for Combs has drawn scrutiny given both men’s legal battles.
Still, Ye and Christian Combs are reportedly collaborating on a new album. Ye has also publicly labeled Combs’s prosecution a conspiracy and posted “Free Puff” messages on social media.