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    Jury Deliberates in Harvey Weinstein Case: Guilty on One Count

    A New York City jury delivered a pivotal verdict in the retrial of disgraced film mogul Harvey Weinstein on Friday, finding him guilty of one count of criminal sexual act. However, the jury also acquitted him on a second count, while deliberations continue regarding a third-degree rape charge involving actress Jessica Mann.

    Testimonies from Survivors

    The trial revolved around the testimonies of three women who alleged sexual assault by the 73-year-old Weinstein. Notably, Miriam Haley, a former TV production assistant, recounted a traumatic incident from July 2006, stating that Weinstein forced oral sex on her in his SoHo apartment. Additionally, Kaja Sokola, a former model, testified that she endured a similar experience with Weinstein when she was just 19 years old.

    Mann has taken the stand with harrowing allegations, claiming that Weinstein raped her in a New York hotel room in 2013. As the trial progresses, the jury’s deliberation on this charge remains critical, as it underscores the continuing impact of sexual misconduct allegations against the influential figure.

    Background on Weinstein’s Legal Troubles

    This retrial comes amid an extensive legal history for Weinstein, who was previously convicted in 2020 on charges of first-degree criminal sexual act and third-degree rape, for which he received a 23-year prison sentence. However, that conviction was overturned in April 2024 by the New York Court of Appeals, which determined that the trial judge had made an error by permitting testimony from women whose allegations were not included in the current case.

    In contrast, Weinstein faced a separate conviction in California in 2022 for rape and sexual assault, a judgment that remains intact.

    Weinstein’s Response and Current Health Status

    Weinstein did not testify in his own defense during this retrial. In a recent interview with Fox 5’s "Good Day New York," he expressed regret for his actions, admitting to "immoral" behavior and the distress caused to his family, but maintained that he did not commit any illegal acts.

    He has been undergoing treatment for bone marrow cancer and recently had emergency heart surgery, adding another layer to his complex legal and personal circumstances.

    As developments unfold, the legal and social ramifications of the ongoing trial will continue to draw attention, reflecting the larger societal conversations sparked by the #MeToo movement that began with Weinstein’s initial allegations in 2017.

    For those affected by sexual assault, resources are available, including the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or visiting rainn.org.

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