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President Donald Trump considering commuting Sean Diddy Combs sentence, as per TMZ
WASHINGTON, D.C. — TMZ reports that U.S. President Donald Trump is considering commuting the prison sentence of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs as early as this week, according to a high-ranking White House official familiar with the discussions.
According to the outlet, the President is said to be “vacillating” on whether to grant the commutation.
Several members of the White House staff have reportedly advised against the move; however, the source emphasized that “Trump will do what he wants,” suggesting that the decision ultimately rests solely with the President.
If approved, the commutation could result in Combs’ release within days. The hip-hop entrepreneur and producer is currently serving a 50-month federal prison sentence for violations of the Mann Act, which prohibits the transportation of individuals across state lines for illicit purposes.
Combs has served approximately 13 months, and with credit for good behavior, he would otherwise be eligible for release in about two years. A presidential commutation, however, would immediately end his sentence.
The discussions reportedly gained traction shortly after Diddy’s sentencing earlier this month, when his legal team reached out to a senior White House official known to have direct access to President Trump to explore the possibility of a commutation or pardon.
Just days later, the President publicly acknowledged he was aware of the request, signaling that it was under review.
The report also notes that Trump recently commuted the sentence of former Congressman George Santos last Friday, an act that some insiders believe has opened the door for further high-profile clemencies.
Although Diddy and Trump have had a strained relationship since Combs publicly supported Joe Biden during the 2020 presidential campaign, sources told TMZ that Trump has not ruled out showing leniency, and that the issue is now “squarely on the table.”
As of this writing, no official announcement has been made by the White House or the Department of Justice regarding a commutation for Sean “Diddy” Combs.
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High-Angle Rescue in Progress After Teen Climbs 900-Foot KSDK TV Transmission Tower in Affton
AFFTON, MO — Emergency crews are conducting a high-angle rescue operation in Affton, Missouri, after a 17-year-old male reportedly climbed nearly 900 feet up a television transmission tower belonging to local station KSDK on Heege Road.
According to officials with the Lemay Fire Protection District, the call for assistance came in around 2:30 p.m. when witnesses reported seeing the teenager scaling the tower.
Responding units from both the Affton Fire Protection District and Lemay Fire Protection District quickly arrived on scene and established a command post at the base of the structure.
Fire officials confirmed that the individual, described as a 17-year-old male, was observed barefoot and positioned approximately 850 feet above the ground.
Authorities say they believe the teen may be under the influence of alcohol or another substance, though that has not been confirmed.
Specialized technical rescue teams are currently coordinating efforts to reach and safely bring the teen down from the tower.
The operation is described as extremely dangerous and complex, given the height and structural conditions.
Law enforcement personnel have secured the surrounding area, and roads near the tower have been closed as a precaution while emergency crews work.
This is a developing situation, and updates will be provided as additional information becomes available.