Harvey Weinstein Retrial Tentatively Set for November 12

Harvey Weinstein's retrial on rape and sexual assault charges is tentatively set for November 12, following the overturn of his previous conviction by a New York appeals court. The retrial date, set by Judge Curtis Farber, may be moved earlier if pretrial discovery progresses swiftly. Weinstein's defense has accused prosecutors of using delay tactics, though the prosecution denies these claims, stating they are proceeding as quickly as possible. Weinstein, facing additional charges and health issues while detained at Rikers Island, remains eager to prove his innocence. The original conviction was a significant #MeToo milestone, later overturned due to the trial judge's improper allowance of certain witness testimonies. Weinstein was previously convicted of forcing oral sex on a production assistant in 2006 and raping a hairstylist in 2013.