Harvey Weinstein jury pores over accuser's emails during deliberations
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As deliberations continue in Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes retrial, jurors are particularly focusing on the testimony of Jessica Mann, one of the accusers. Mann described a complex relationship with Weinstein, alleging he raped her in 2013 while they were in a consensual relationship. Despite the pain he caused her, she stated she "compartmentalized" her feelings. Weinstein maintains that all interactions were consensual and that the accusers aimed to further their careers in the film industry. The jury's discussions have been complicated by internal tensions and differing interpretations of the case evidence.
The jury focused on Jessica Mann's testimony about her complex relationship with Weinstein, as they deliberated for a fourth day without further communication requests.
Mann claimed Weinstein raped her in 2013 during a consensual relationship, highlighting her struggles with the emotional aftermath of their interactions.
Weinstein's legal team argued that the encounters were consensual, insisting that accusers sought out his assistance in advancing their careers in Hollywood.
The jury's deliberations have been fraught with tension, showcasing underlying conflicts among jurors about how to interpret testimony and evidence presented.
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