Sean “Diddy” Combs, the music mogul convicted last month on prostitution-related charges and scheduled for sentencing in October, has formally requested a presidential pardon from President Donald Trump. Combs’ legal team has approached the Trump administration seeking clemency, reportedly offering mid-six-figure sums to political insiders and former officials to secure the pardon. Trump has expressed ambivalence about granting the pardon, noting in interviews that while he was once friendly with Combs, their relationship became hostile during his presidential campaign, making forgiveness difficult. Trump also described Combs as "half-innocent" but has not indicated a clear decision. The pardon request has garnered media attention amid speculation about Trump’s approach to celebrity pardons, following previous clemencies granted during his tenure.