Opinion: What’s different about Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ indictment compared with those of other alleged abusers?

Earlier this week, Sean Combs, better known as “Diddy,” was charged by a federal grand jury with racketeering and sex trafficking. Combs, like all defendants, is presumed innocent, but the allegations are damning. Beyond the abuse allegedly perpetrated by Combs personally, the indictment alleges that he relied on a network of employees and other close associates to facilitate and cover up his predation. The group allegedly thrived by demanding absolute loyalty and promoting Combs’ power, reputation and brand.

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