Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial live updates: Ex-girlfriend 'Jane' will be back on stand after tearful testimony
What to know about the sex trafficking trial
A former girlfriend of Combs', identified by the pseudonym 'Jane,' is expected to return to the stand after breaking down during testimony last week in which she described encounters with sex partners during alleged 'hotel nights' that she said could go on for multiple 'rounds.'
Jane has testified that Diddy was paying her rent and continues to pay her rent. She is one of four accusers referred to in the government's indictment that alleges Diddy ran his business empire as a criminal enterprise and exploited the women through his financial support.
Combs faces five criminal counts: one count of racketeering conspiracy; two counts of sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion; and two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. Combs has vociferously denied the allegations against him.
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