• Sean "Diddy" Combs' defense rested its case without calling any witnesses.
• The prosecution called 34 witnesses during a six-week trial presenting allegations of coercion into sexual acts.
• Combs confirmed he would not testify and praised the judge's conduct in court.
• The defense argued that alleged sexual encounters, termed "freak-offs," were consensual.
• Closing arguments in the trial are scheduled for Thursday, with jury deliberation potentially starting thereafter.

The trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs concluded its defense phase on June 24, 2025, as his team opted not to call any witnesses to support their case. Combs' legal team presented only a brief argument for less than half an hour, claiming that the prosecution failed to meet the burden of proof in their lengthy six-week presentation that involved testimony from 34 witnesses, including his former girlfriends, Cassie Ventura and a woman referred to as "Jane," who allege coercion into participation in sexual acts, or "freak-offs," for Combs' gratification according to ABC News and HuffPost.

During the trial, prosecutors aimed to prove that Combs abused his substantial wealth and power to compel women into non-consensual sexual situations. The defense countered by asserting that the sexual encounters described were consensual and characteristic of a "swingers’ lifestyle." They indicated that evidence presented, such as text messages from Ventura expressing affection toward Combs, suggested that her participation was voluntary, according to Business Insider and Channel News Asia.

Combs himself made a key statement in court, confirming he would not testify, saying it was a decision made "with my lawyers." He characterized his choice to remain silent on the stand as authoritative, telling U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian, "That is solely my decision," and even commended the judge, expressing appreciation for his handling of the case. This moment occurred shortly after the prosecution concluded their long case, which spotlighted Combs' past aggressive behavior towards his accusers and included evidence of drug use and violence in his sexual relationships, as detailed in reports from BBC and NPR.

The defense hoped to sow doubt about the prosecution’s narrative. They refrained from calling witnesses, which many legal analysts saw as a strategic choice, potentially reflecting confidence in their cross-examination efforts that sought to undermine the reliability of the prosecution's witnesses and testimonies, according to Reuters. Some legal experts noted that adopting this approach might signify belief in establishing reasonable doubt among jurors, as highlighted in past cases involving complex defense strategies in criminal trials.

As the trial moves towards its conclusion, with closing arguments expected soon, the jury stands to deliberate crucial questions on Combs' future based on the evidence and testimonies presented. If convicted, he could face serious prison time, potentially leading to a life sentence. The tension mounts as the courtroom gears up for a decisive week ahead in ABC News and Business Insider.