Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial to open with majority-female jury in New York

Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial in New York has seen a majority-female jury selected after a rigorous process that included five alternates. This composition, with more women than men, reflects a shift toward addressing systemic biases and amplifying victim voices in high-profile cases fueled by the #MeToo movement. The 12-member jury, chosen from a pool including professionals from diverse fields like science, arts, and law, has undergone extensive background checks to ensure impartiality as they navigate a case marked by allegations of misconduct that once led to a 23-year prison sentence being overturned last year.