The verdict was a blow to the Southern District of New York, which unwound an expansive narrative and called more than 30 witnesses.

Sean “Diddy” Combs was denied bail on Wednesday after the jury in his federal sex trafficking trial returned its verdict, convicting him on two lesser charges of transportation to engage in prostitution but clearing the hip-hop mogul of the most serious charges.

The dramatic legal saga that provided a glimpse into the life of one of the nation's most powerful music figures is far from over. He still faces sentencing and dozens of civil lawsuits.