Sean "Diddy" Combs is reportedly seeking a pardon from President Donald Trump, an attorney for the music mogul has confirmed. This request emerges even after Trump described a potential pardon for Combs as "difficult" just days ago.

Nonetheless, Combs’ legal team remains optimistic.

"It's my understanding that we've reached out and had conversation in reference to a pardon,” Combs attorney Nicole Westmoreland told CNN. “... I think that Mr. Combs is a very hopeful person, and I believe that he remains hopeful."

The relationship between Trump and Combs has seen ups and downs, with Trump acknowledging they once had a pleasant rapport. However, the president pointed out that the past negative remarks made by Combs about him complicate the pardon process.

Currently facing up to 20 years

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