Harvey Weinstein Faces New York Rape Trial

Jury selection begins for latest case against the disgraced Hollywood mogul.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 11:18pm

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After years of legal battles and a previous conviction, Harvey Weinstein is going on trial again in New York City on a rape charge. Jury selection is set to begin as early as Tuesday, with the case focusing on a single accuser, Jessica Mann, rather than the array of allegations from his previous trials. Weinstein's new legal team could shift the trial's tactics, though the judge may revisit some previous rulings on evidence.

Why it matters

The Weinstein case has been a defining moment for the #MeToo movement, exposing widespread sexual misconduct in the entertainment industry. This latest trial will once again put the spotlight on Weinstein's actions and the ongoing quest for accountability.

The details

Weinstein is accused of raping hairstylist and actor Jessica Mann in a Manhattan hotel in 2013. He denies the accusation, claiming all sexual encounters were consensual. The judge may revisit rulings on what evidence can be presented about Weinstein's and Mann's past interactions. Weinstein's new lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, has a more buttoned-up litigation style compared to the folksy approach of previous attorney Arthur Aidala.

  • Jury selection is set to begin as early as Tuesday, April 16, 2026.
  • Weinstein was previously convicted in New York in 2025 and Los Angeles in 2026.

The players

Harvey Weinstein

The disgraced former movie mogul who is facing a new rape trial in New York City.

Jessica Mann

The hairstylist and actor who has accused Weinstein of raping her in a Manhattan hotel in 2013.

Marc Agnifilo

Weinstein's new lead lawyer, known for a more buttoned-up litigation style compared to previous attorney Arthur Aidala.

Judge Curtis Farber

The judge presiding over Weinstein's latest trial in New York.

Miriam Haley

A production assistant and producer who Weinstein was convicted of forcibly performing oral sex on in 2006.

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What they’re saying

“My mental state is collapsing. … My spirit is breaking.”

— Harvey Weinstein

“It's not going to be a mirror image of the last trial.”

— Marc Agnifilo, Weinstein's Lawyer

What’s next

The judge will decide on the specific evidence and witnesses that will be allowed in the trial. Weinstein's lawyers have argued that his previous New York conviction was tainted by juror bias, and he is appealing that verdict.

The takeaway

The Weinstein case has become a defining moment for the #MeToo movement, exposing widespread sexual misconduct in Hollywood. This latest trial will once again put the spotlight on Weinstein's actions and the ongoing quest for accountability, even as the disgraced mogul continues to fight his legal battles.