Diddy reportedly prepared to teach on entrepreneurship and life skills before 50-month prison term

Sean Combs a.k.a. Diddy was given his sentence on October 3, after spending 13 months in prison. Before he even got his sentence for the two charges he was convicted of, Diddy had already been planning what to do for the next few weeks. According to Just Jared, the Bad Boy Records founder had seven speaking engagements lined up. However, the prosecution team did not agree with these plans and called the idea:

"height of hubris," in the New York Times.

This was mentioned in a letter sent to the judge by the prosecution. The letter came from Giovanni Sairra, who started a nonprofit that helps former inmates adjust to life after prison.

According to the letter, it confirms that Combs is going to be teaching online and offline. It reads:

"... secured approval from correctional agencies like GEO Group, Inc., and community partners to host Mr. Combs as an instructor teaching both virtually and in person."

All seven speaking engagements are scheduled in Miami, the former city he lived in before getting arrested. The main aim of the engagements is:

"to focus on entrepreneurship, mentorship, life skills, and personal development."

What did Diddy's lawyers say about the speaking and teaching engagements?

Diddy's legal team agreed that the engagements are a good way for him to restart his life after being in prison for 13 months. However, one of his lawyers clarified in a statement, saying:

"Contrary to what the government said — and I'm going to say this blatantly — we do need something for him to do if he does get out today... not with speaking engagements, but with teaching engagements."

What was Diddy's sentence?

After Sean Combs was convicted on two charges of transportation to engage in prostitution, he was waiting for his sentencing date on October 3. Judge Subramanian delivered the sentence, which included a 50-month prison term (5 years 2 months), counting the time he already served in this sentence.

Additionally, Diddy has to pay a $500,000 fine and was ordered five years of supervised release after he leaves the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, New York.

Judge Subramanian also addressed the victims who came forth during the trials, specifically Jane Doe and Cassie Ventura. The judge said:

“Jane [Doe] and Cassie Ventura have been through abuse and trauma we couldn't imagine. I can only say your families are proud of you and your children will be proud of you for coming to the court to tell you what really happened... You weren't just talking to the jury, you were talking to the women who feel powerless."

Earlier during the year, Combs' legal team spoke to President Trump, asking him to pardon the rapper. So far, the President has said nothing, but is reportedly considering it.

Sean Combs' sentencing marks a new chapter in his life. His lawyers believe the teaching plans will help him start fresh, while the prosecution disagrees. For now, Diddy will serve his 50-month sentence before working on rebuilding his life.

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