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Jessica Mann testifies at Weinstein retrial alleging assault

4/28/2026

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Jessica Mann testified in Harvey Weinstein’s retrial about a 2013 assault while Weinstein watched from his wheelchair.
Mann recalled Weinstein saying, “my friends go far — my enemies don’t step a foot in this town,” as their relationship began.
Mann said she was in her car before meeting Weinstein at a 2013 party.
Weinstein’s lawyers argue the emails show a consensual relationship, contrasting prosecutors’ view that the testimony describes rape.

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Jessica Mann testified in Harvey Weinstein’s retrial about a 2013 assault while Weinstein watched from his wheelchair.
Mann recalled Weinstein saying, “my friends go far — my enemies don’t step a foot in this town,” as their relationship began.
Mann said she was in her car before meeting Weinstein at a 2013 party.
Weinstein’s lawyers argue the emails show a consensual relationship, contrasting prosecutors’ view that the testimony describes rape.