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ABC Audio's real-time coverage of the Diddy trial — legal analysis by Brian Buckmire from opening statements through the verdict and sentencing.
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September 7, 2026 · 29m
What’s next in Luigi Mangione’s state and federal cases now that he has pleaded guilty in federal court to stalking UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson — and admitted to shooting him? Subscribe to 20/20 True Crime+ for ad-free listening, early access to new series, exclusive bonus content, and hundreds of episodes from the 20/20 true crime vault. Visit to subscribe now. To hear more legal coverage from ABC News, follow Burden of Proof Daily on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
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Aug 31, 2026 · 38m
How did the killing of one man become a flashpoint for widespread frustration with America’s healthcare industry? Subscribe to 20/20 True Crime+ for ad-free listening, early access to new series, exclusive bonus content, and hundreds of episodes from the 20/20 true crime vault. Visit apple.co/2020truecrime to subscribe now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 24, 2026 · 43m
Some people who crossed paths with Luigi Mangione throughout his life say he was kind and had a promising future. How did Brian Thompson's shooter change in the lead-up to his arrest? Subscribe to 20/20 True Crime+ for ad-free listening, early access to new series, exclusive bonus content, and hundreds of episodes from the 20/20 true crime vault. Visit apple.co/2020truecrime to subscribe now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 17, 2026 · 36m
Who was UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson? Subscribe to 20/20 True Crime+ for ad-free listening, early access to new series, exclusive bonus content, and hundreds of episodes from the 20/20 true crime vault. Visit apple.co/2020truecrime to subscribe now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 10, 2026 · 41m
The manhunt for the alleged shooter of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson comes to an end at a McDonald’s in Altoona, PA. Subscribe to 20/20 True Crime+ for ad-free listening, early access to new series, exclusive bonus content, and hundreds of episodes from the 20/20 true crime vault. Visit apple.co/2020truecrime to subscribe now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 28, 2026 · 2m
Nearly a year after Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy, ABC News and 20/20 are back with season two of Burden of Proof. This season, Brian Buckmire will follow the latest case to captivate the American public. Luigi Mangione will soon be in a Manhattan courtroom, standing trial for the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who was shot dead on a New York City sidewalk in December 2024. In this five-part series, ABC News Legal Analyst Brian Buckmire examines the case against Mangione – and explores how Brian Thompson’s murder affected the conversation about healthcare in America. New episodes release weekly right here in this feed beginning Monday, August 10, or early and ad-free for subscribers to 20/20 True Crime+. Visit apple.co/2020truecrime to learn more about 20/20 True Crime+ and start your free trial today. Terms apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 4, 2025 · 20m
Diddy’s sentencing hearing featured a highly-produced video from the defense, tearful testimony from his children, and attorneys who gave statements testifying to his character. None of his victims appeared in court. The judge sentenced him to a little more than four years in prison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 8, 2025 · 43m
Last week, the jury in USA v. Sean Combs returned a split verdict. Reactions have been split, too. Lots of people have weighed in -- from Sean Combs’ family to other celebrities, to you: our listeners. As we wrap up trial coverage, ABC News Legal Contributor Brian Buckmire sits down with ABC’s Tonya Simpson to dissect the verdict and process what it might mean for Diddy’s legacy. Also, Brian answers your post-verdict questions. We’ll be back in your feed for Diddy’s sentencing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 3, 2025 · 12m
The jury in USA v. Sean Combs returned a verdict in his trial Wednesday morning. They found him guilty of two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, but not guilty on the more serious charges he faced. ABC New Legal Contributor Brian Buckmire brings us this breaking news episode, sharing his reactions to the verdict, as well as what to expect from Combs’s future sentencing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 1, 2025 · 18m
The jury picked a foreperson, and not long after, the foreperson sent the judge a note about a juror who they claim could not follow the judge’s instructions. ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire examines the first day of deliberations and answers your questions about hung juries, what jurors can reveal after they’ve executed their duties, and the sentence Sean Combs could face if convicted. Combs maintains his innocence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices