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10/7 12:41 PM PT -- Federal prosecutors just responded to Diddy's request to serve his sentence at FCI Fort Dix and they say they take "no position."

Diddy's got a preferred prison in mind for where he wants to serve out the remainder of his 50-month sentence ... and it's FCI Fort Dix.

Teny Geragos, one of the attorneys who represented Diddy in his criminal trial, fired off a letter, obtained by TMZ, Monday to Judge Arun Subramanian ... asking the court to recommend to the Bureau of Prisons that Diddy be shipped off to the low security federal correctional institution in New Jersey.

Diddy's legal team says FCI Fort Dix is the best landing spot for Diddy because there he can "address drug abuse issues" and "maximize family visitation and rehabilitative efforts."

Cardi B isn't letting her pregnancy pipe down her trolling capabilities -- just ask City Girl JT!!!

Last night, at famed NYC strip club Starlets, alongside DJ Clue and music exec Reterik, Cardi answered her own question -- "Am I The Drama?" -- and tossed $25,000 of cold hard cash at the dancers ... in honor of her newfound nemesis.

"Spend a b*tch f***in' streams in the club ... $25,000," Cardi fumed on livestream and then began to rap her new JT diss song, "Magnet."

Prior to his prison sentence, Diddy claimed to be a changed man ... but the true test won't occur until he is out ... 'cause he must say RIP to his party life, Dr. Drew tells TMZ.

As you know ... Diddy got four years behind bars for his transportation for prostitution convictions -- and while pleading his case for his immediate freedom, the mogul swore he was a new man.

Dr. Drew tells TMZ … he truly believes Diddy meant what he said -- he is a changed man who's learned some hard lessons -- but he's facing a major uphill battle if he wants the change to be permanent.

Rolling Ray's sudden death shocked his massive social media following back in September, and for good reason ... the influencer died from natural causes just a few days before his 29th birthday.

Maryland's Office of the Chief Medical Examiner confirmed Ray's organic death with People on Monday ... the social media star had been suffering from declining health for more than a year, battling both pneumonia and a blood infection.

Ray was in a wheelchair for the bulk of his life, after being diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy as a toddler, but he was able to sell his personality to the world -- and Zeus Network.

A Boogie Wit Tha Hoodie and his camp engaged in a massive brawl over the weekend, and by the looks of it, the establishment was left with the biggest black eye!!!

TMZ Hip Hop obtained a video of the chaotic aftermath of the trashed Tokyo club, which was supposed to be a night of bottle-popping and twerking for the Magic City Takeover at Zouk Japan on Friday, October 3.

Our source inside the club tells us there was confusion on who A Boogie's crew was tussling with and which camp had been involved.

A Boogie, on the other hand, was in the building, and you can see him standing on a platform in bright yellow Air Jordan 5 sneakers, combing through the rumble looking for something to throw.

Here's the 911 audio from the "swatting" call at D4vd's family home in Texas ... and it sounds like the person phoning in a bogus report of a fatal shooting is using a special device to mask their voice.

TMZ obtained audio from last month's swatting incident ... and you hear the caller, seemingly using a voice-changer, claim they heard gunshots outside D4vd's home.

The caller tells the dispatcher they think someone is dead because they heard a female scream ... and they give D4vd's Texas address and confirm it later on the call.

Jason Derulo may be embracing the streaming boom ... but don't think he's gonna admit it takes more talent than his music recording career!!!

That was the scenario the "Wiggle" star found himself in on a stream with Twitch star and YouTuber Mizkif ... as a chummy debate sparked up about which profession -- musicians or internet personalities -- have a tougher mountain to climb.

Watch the clip ... Mizkif argued it took him 8 years to build his brand and presence on the web, and streaming's a full-time job ... but Jason isn't convinced it's the flex Mizkif thinks it is.

Cassie Ventura is speaking out through her lawyer after Sean "Diddy" Combs was sentenced to more than four years in prison for two prostitution related convictions.

In a statement, Cassie's attorney Doug Wigdor said, "While nothing can undo the trauma caused by Combs, the sentence imposed today recognizes the impact of the serious offenses he committed."

He continued, "We are confident that with the support of her family and friends, Ms. Ventura will continue healing knowing that her bravery and fortitude have been an inspiration to so many."

Sean Combs will call prison home for more than 2 years, and he has a target on his back for sexual and other violent assaults ... this according to his longtime lawyer.

Mark Geragos told Harvey on the "2 Angry Men" podcast ... Diddy faces the same fears sexual predators deal with but worse, because of his celebrity status.

Diddy already got a taste of possible violence behind bars ... his team revealed Friday someone already planned to shank him in jail.

A man who says he was one of Diddy's former interns claims he contracted HIV after being drugged and sexually assaulted at an after-party hosted by the music mogul … and it’s all laid out in a new lawsuit.

The man, who is suing as "John Doe," filed the suit against Diddy in Los Angeles Superior Court Friday, says he was pursuing an entertainment career in late 2014.

Doe says he would intern in the music industry back in the day and, when an opportunity to work with Diddy came around, he jumped at the chance.

Kim Kardashian and Bianca Censori are throwing away the comparison rumors by completely switching their looks ... so let's compare their rockin' new hairdos!!!

Kim stepped out in a fierce, black pixie cut at Paris Fashion Week ... while Bianca opted for a curly, blonde head of hair during a recently posted photoshoot -- both seemingly new dos for the gals, proving they can pull off quite the range of looks.

Bianca is seen in a skin-tight, nude leotard and heels as she's crouched down, clutching a plush bunny rabbit while serving a full pout straight into the camera lens ... once again, turning heads without saying a word.

We finally know how much time Diddy will spend behind bars after his transportation for prostitution convictions ... and a sex worker and exotic dancer involved with the case are weighing in on the conclusion.

As you know ... Judge Arun Subramanian ordered Diddy to serve a little over 4 years in a federal prison ... but he's already spent over a year in jail and will get credit for time served.

Sharay Hayes -- the exotic male dancer nicknamed "The Punisher" who testified during Diddy's trial, tells TMZ ... at first, he thought Diddy should've been freed today for time served -- but after hearing the judge's reasoning for several more years behind bars ... Sharay says he concurs.

Tyrese Gibson's dogs don't have a care in the world ... running around a backyard and sitting for treats just a few weeks after they allegedly killed another dog.

TMZ has obtained photos and video of the five dogs at Tyrese's friend's house, taken Friday in Georgia.

The video shows the dogs in a neighborhood backyard -- all look like Cane Corsos -- as they run around ... sitting down in the grass in an effort to get treats from the guys who are watching them.

Diddy's camp doesn't have a dry eye in the courtroom as his sentencing hearing plays out ... and even he needed a box of tissues after mostly keeping a poker face on throughout his criminal case.

The Bad Boy Records founder grabbed a tissue and dabbed his eye Friday as his defense played a nearly 12-minute-long video that presented him as a great father and pillar of the community.

The video followed tearful pleas from his six adult children who begged for their father to come home ... and when it was his daughters' turn to speak, Diddy broke down.

DDG and his Capaholics clique are officially open for business with their newly launched stream-a-thon, and kicked things off with an epic party in L.A. -- they're certifying their movement as the new wave!!!

TMZ Hip Hop's Trent Clark caught up with DDG last night on his Twitch stream ... minutes after he dropped his latest collab with PlaqueBoyMax, "No Dreads" but tells us straight up, streamers have surpassed rappers for top entertainment dominance!!!

Max is on the mend, after being hospitalized with a mystery illness, but DDG says they don't miss when it comes to the music -- and their unique way of making tracks on the spot.

Actor-singer Tyrese Gibson was booked early Friday morning on a Cruelty to Animals charge in Atlanta ... days after news broke at least one of his Cane Corso mastiffs had fatally mauled a neighbor's dog last month.

According to Fulton County, Georgia records, Tyrese was booked at 5:59 AM local time ... he posted a $20,000 bond and was released.

As we reported, at least one of the singer's dogs killed a 5-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Henry in the little dog's own yard.