Mayor Eric Adams considers stripping Diddy of city key over assault video, Internet says 'great decision'

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Sean "Diddy" Combs' prestigious key to New York City is in jeopardy following the release of a troubling video from 2016, showing the music mogul assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Cassandra "Cassie" Ventura.

Mayor Eric Adams has confirmed that his administration is deliberating on whether to rescind the honor granted to Diddy just last September, as reported by Radar Online.

Diddy faces potential loss of NYC key amid assault video fallout

Mayor Adams addressed the issue after the footage, which shows Diddy kicking and dragging Cassie in a hotel, surfaced. "I think all of us were deeply disturbed by watching that chilling video of the young lady being assaulted by him," Adams stated to PIX11.

He noted that although the city has never revoked a key before, they are carefully evaluating the next steps. "The committee and the team are taking everything under analysis and will come back to me with a final determination."

Diddy received the key to the city in recognition of his contributions to music, business, and philanthropy. The ceremony in Times Square was marked by celebrations, with Adams praising Diddy as "the bad boy of entertainment" receiving an honor from "the bad boy of politics." Diddy, expressing his gratitude, vowed to continue contributing to the city that shaped him.

“To Mayor Adams and the city of New York: I promise to keep giving to this city that made me, Thank you for recognizing my journey and my mission to uplift and empower. Let’s continue to make history together," he said in his speech.

However, the surfacing of the assault video has cast a shadow over this accolade. Sources close to the situation have highlighted that Diddy sought therapy and spiritual guidance following the incident, a fact mentioned in his recent public apology.

Despite these efforts, the video corroborates allegations made by Cassie in her $30 million lawsuit filed in November 2023, which was quickly settled without Diddy admitting wrongdoing.

Cassie's attorney, Meredith Firetog, criticized Diddy's apology as self-serving, highlighting that his acknowledgment only came after the video made the incident undeniable.

"Combs’ most recent statement is more about himself than the many people he has hurt," Firetog stated, condemning the belated apology as a desperate attempt to mitigate the damage to his reputation.

"When Cassie and multiple other women came forward, he denied everything and suggested that his victims were looking for a payday. That he was only compelled to ‘apologize’ once his repeated denials were proven false shows his pathetic desperation, and no one will be swayed by his disingenuous words," Firetog concluded.

NYC Mayor's move to potentially revoke Diddy's key to city over assault video ignites online debate

The potential revocation of Sean "Diddy" Combs' key to New York City has sparked a heated online debate following the release of a 2016 video showing him assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura.

Mayor Eric Adams' announcement that his administration is considering the move has drawn various reactions across social media platforms.

The debate on whether Diddy should retain the symbolic honor has generated strong opinions. One user expressed frustration, saying, "The fact that they even have to 'think' about it..." Another suggested a more drastic measure: "He should turn in his own keys while he’s at it."

Some commenters called for broader consequences beyond the key revocation. "Also all the awards he’s received in the past years," one user remarked, implying that all accolades Diddy has received should be reconsidered in light of the new evidence.

Others took a more cynical or humorous approach. "Dam talk about hitting rock bottom...take that take that lol," wrote one user, referencing Diddy’s famous catchphrase. Another user questioned the need for deliberation: "Considering? Hahaha. What is to consider?"

Another added, "Definitely should be stripped off the honour." A user wrote, "Great Decision."

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