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The defense team for Sean “Diddy” Combs has reached out to President Donald Trump seeking a pardon after his conviction on prostitution-related offenses , a source close to the legal team told NBC News on Tuesday.

When asked about pardons during an interview with Newsmax on Friday, the president said “they have talked to me about Sean” but did not announce any decision.

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The source close to Combs’ team confirmed that the legal team has been in contact with the Trump administration .

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The White House declined to comment Tuesday. "The White House will not co

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