A second federal judge has denied Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ appeal for bail, keeping the music mogul in custody. Judge Andrew Carter ruled that the government had presented enough evidence to suggest Combs posed a threat to the community and could potentially obstruct justice or intimidate witnesses.

Combs’ legal team had proposed a $50 million bail package, using his mansion as collateral, with conditions including home detention and GPS monitoring. However, Judge Carter deemed the proposal “insufficient” to ensure Combs wouldn’t tamper with witnesses or obstruct legal proceedings.

The 54-year-old music icon pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to charges of orchestrating “Freak Off” events, where he allegedly drugged female victims and male sex workers to engage in elaborate sexual performances, often recorded. The indictment details years of alleged coercion and abuse, claiming Combs used a network of associates to enforce silence through blackmail, violence, and intimidation.

Combs has been in federal custody since his arrest on Monday at a Manhattan hotel.