Rosie O'Donnell Rages Over Diddy Verdict: 'Jury Doesn't Believe Women!'
ROSA O'DONNELL UNLEASHES HER FURY: "WOW, WHAT A FING JOKE!"*
Comedian and actress Rosie O'Donnell has unleashed a scathing attack on the jury that cleared Sean 'Diddy' Combs of sex trafficking and racketeering charges in his high-profile trial in New York City. The veteran star, 63, took to Instagram to express her outrage at the verdict, which saw Diddy convicted only on federal prostitution violations.
In a fiery post, Rosie railed against the jury's thought process, saying: "I guess a jury just never wants to believe that a woman stays because of power and coercion." She added, "Wow - they just think women stay because what? money - fame - 'they love the abuse' - what a f*ing joke!" The A League of Their Own star made it clear that this decision had left her feeling furious.
The trial has been a high-profile drama, with Diddy, 55, facing charges including sex trafficking and racketeering. While he was convicted on one count related to federal prostitution violations, the other serious charges were dropped. Under the conviction for transportation of individuals for prostitution, Diddy faces up to 10 years in prison.
But what's even more shocking is that Diddy has been held in a New York City jail since his arrest last fall and will remain there until sentencing. The music mogul's lawyers requested a $1 million bail to allow him to go free until the sentencing hearing, but prosecutors argued that he was still a flight risk. Judge rejects bond request.
The verdict has sparked outrage among fans and friends of Rosie O'Donnell, who took to social media to express their disgust. Actress Rosanna Arquette tweeted: "I'm broken hearted for the brave survivors on top of more broken hearts." SNL alum Laraine Newman chimed in, saying Diddy had been out of line in his treatment of sex workers.
Even some users praised Rosie's stance on the matter. One user wrote: "Rosie O'Donnell gets it! She knows that women who are trafficked and abused often stay because they feel trapped by power and coercion." Another fan added: "I'm so grateful for Rosie's voice, she always speaks truth to power."
But what really has everyone talking is the fact that Diddy could have faced life in prison if he had been convicted on the more serious charges. The Satisfy You artist was accused of engaging in a range of crimes, including sex trafficking and racketeering.
As one user pointed out: "If this were any other celebrity, they would be behind bars right now!" Another fan added: "The justice system is rigged, it's clear that Diddy has connections to get away with this."
In related news, President Donald Trump has been mentioned in some of the reactions to the verdict. One user joked: "The President would have pardoned him anyway." But others were more serious, calling out the president for his stance on women's rights.
"THERE IS NO JUSTICE WHEN WOMEN ARE VIOLATED LIKE THIS."
In a surprising twist, one user pointed out that Diddy could have been convicted under the RICO Act, which makes it easier to prosecute organized crime figures. "If they had prosecuted him for RICO, he would be going down for life," said the user.
But others are not so sure about the justice system's ability to deliver real change. One user wrote: "I'm not surprised by this verdict at all. We've seen it time and time again - powerful men get away with abuse because of their status and wealth."
As Rosie O'Donnell's post went viral, fans took to social media to express their support for her stance on the matter. Actress Rosanna Arquette wrote: "In no way can anyone discount the bravery and courage it took for these women to come forward no matter this verdict." Another fan added: "Rosie is a hero for standing up for victims of sex trafficking."
The case has sparked an important conversation about the justice system's ability to deliver real change. As one user pointed out: "There is no justice when women are violated like this and get away with it because of their status and wealth."
