Attorneys for Sean Combs, the renowned music mogul and entrepreneur, made a significant request in a Brooklyn court on Tuesday, asking a judge to permit the public identification of accusers in his ongoing federal case.

The legal team argues that revealing the names of the accusers is “essential for preparing Mr. Combs’ defense and ensuring a fair trial amid a media frenzy driven by anonymous accusations.”

In their motion, Combs’s attorneys specifically referenced the lawsuits filed by Attorney Tony Buzbee, stating, “These accusations came on the heels of more than a dozen lawsuits previously filed and currently pending, several of which have already been discredited but only after irreparably damaging Mr. Combs’ character and reputation.”

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They further emphasized that “these swirling allegations have created a hysterical media circus that, if left unchecked, will irreparably deprive Mr. Combs of a fair trial, if they haven’t already.”

This motion could signify the beginning of a prolonged legal battle, possibly aiming to have the case dismissed on grounds of mistrial. However, legal experts suggest that it is unlikely the judge will grant the request to publicly identify the accusers. Courts typically prioritize the anonymity of victims, primarily to protect their safety and well-being. Additionally, the federal Crime Victims’ Rights Act upholds the right of victims to be reasonably protected from those they are accusing.

The implications of the motion extend beyond the federal case, potentially affecting the various civil lawsuits currently filed against Combs. Should the plaintiffs be named in the federal case, it may deter some of the more than 100 individuals represented by Buzbee and other attorneys from pursuing their own complaints against Combs, due to fears concerning reputational damage, security issues, and public scrutiny.