On Monday, federal prosecutors began making their case against Sean “Diddy” Combs, the music mogul ... This isn’t just a matter of law; this trial could have a real impact on society and the future of social movements in this country.

The 55-year-old hip-hop mogul has been charged by federal prosecutors with sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy and transportation to engage in prostitution.

The start of Sean Diddy Combs' sex-trafficking trial on Monday could be short-lived if the rapper's defense has its way

Sean “Diddy” Combs strode into court Monday morning to a packed courtroom filled with his children and anxious family members, as the hip-hop mogul faces charges of sex trafficking and racketeering that could put him behind bars for life.

The public knew Sean “Diddy” Combs as a larger-than-life cultural icon and business mogul, but in private he used violence and threats to coerce women into drug-fueled sexual encounters that he recorded

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sex trafficking trial began with opening statements on May 12, during which the defense addressed the rap mogul’s “love of baby oil” after authorities seized 1,000 bottles.