# Diddy Trafficking Case Moves Forward | Hip-Hop News

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Published: 2026-07-26T20:09:05+00:00
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A federal judge has greenlit Clayton Howard’s $20 million trafficking lawsuit against Diddy, allowing claims that Diddy trafficked him across state lines since 2009 — alleging drugging, isolation, and financial ruin. Howard, representing himself and pursuing a law degree, also seeks damages for an STD he blames on Cassie Ventura, though her claims were temporarily tossed for lacking specific incidents and must be refiled within 14 days. Cassie’s attempt to move the case to New York failed, forcing her to remain in California despite living abroad. While some counts were dismissed — including RICO and a stale Florida claim — the core federal and California trafficking charges against Diddy remain active, as he serves a Mann Act sentence with an appeal pending. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/fbf13ca36ca3743d

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