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Harvey Weinstein Rape Retrial Ends in Mistrial Due to Jury Deadlock

May 16, 2026

Summary

Harvey Weinstein's third New York rape trial ended in a mistrial after the jury deadlocked on a charge alleging the former Hollywood producer sexually assaulted an aspiring actress in a Manhattan hotel. This marks the third time a New York jury has considered the case against the 74-year-old.

How coverage differs

  • Left: Jury deadlock highlights challenges in holding powerful figures accountable Left-leaning outlets report the mistrial in Harvey Weinstein's New York rape retrial, noting the jury's deadlock on a charge involving an aspiring actress. They highlight this as the third time a New York jury has considered the case against the 74-year-old producer.
  • Center: Jury deadlocks again in Harvey Weinstein's New York sexual assault trial Center outlets report that a judge declared a mistrial in Harvey Weinstein's New York rape retrial after the jury deadlocked on a charge. They factually state this marks the third time a New York jury has considered the case against the former Hollywood producer.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Judge declares a mistrial in Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial after jury deadlocks - CNN

Center

  • Judge declares another mistrial in Harvey Weinstein New York rape case
  • Judge Declares Mistrial in Harvey Weinstein’s Third New York Trial

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