Trump Says He Might Pardon Diddy If Convicted; Here’s What Went Down

While the cameras were focused on Elon Musk leaving a White House meeting, Trump took the mic and gave the media something they didn’t expect.

Out of nowhere, a reporter brought up Diddy; and even though nobody asked about a pardon, Trump jumped ahead, saying if Diddy is convicted in his federal case, he’d consider stepping in.

Let’s be clear; Diddy’s facing serious charges:

• 2 counts of sex trafficking

• 2 counts of transportation for prostitution

• 1 count of racketeering conspiracy

  
  

Trump admitted he hasn’t been tuned into the trial like that but said he knows it's everywhere. “If I think someone’s being mistreated, I wouldn’t let them suffer—whether they like me or not,” he said.

Old Respect, New Distance

Back in 2012, Diddy and Trump were both heavyweight names in New York. Trump even called Diddy “a good friend” on Celebrity Apprentice, saying “I love Diddy... he’s a good guy.”

But that was pre-politics. Once Trump ran for office, he said the relationship “busted up.” Diddy made some harsh comments about Trump, and they never really spoke again. Still, Trump says personal feelings wouldn’t stop him from looking into the case if it came to that.

What It Means

Trump throwing the idea of a pardon out there; before a verdict even drops, is wild. It’s unpredictable, but on-brand for him. Whether it’s strategy, headlines, or just Trump being Trump, the fact that he’d consider backing Diddy despite the weight of these allegations says a lot about how politics and power move behind the scenes.