Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial opens in New York, the third time this case has gone to trial
Summary
Harvey Weinstein’s third rape trial in New York has begun, focused on a 2013 incident. Weinstein denies nonconsensual sex, while prosecutors say the case centers on his abuse of power and control.Key Facts
- This is Weinstein’s third trial in New York related to a rape charge from 2013.
- Weinstein was once a major Hollywood producer and influential figure.
- He has been convicted of some sexual assault charges but acquitted or had other cases end in deadlock.
- Weinstein denies ever assaulting anyone and says he acted wrongly but did not force sex.
- The current jury consists of seven men and five women, selected to be fair despite public knowledge of the case.
- The accuser in this trial, Jessica Mann, was a hairstylist seeking to become an actress when she met Weinstein.
- Weinstein’s career ended in 2017 after many accusations of sexual misconduct became public.
- Prosecutors say the case is about Weinstein’s power used to control and manipulate victims.
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