Weinstein loses bid to overturn California rape conviction

Harvey Weinstein's appeal to overturn his California rape and sexual assault conviction has been denied by a state appeals court, affirming his 2022 guilty verdicts. The court ordered a resentencing by the original trial judge who sentenced him to 16 years in prison. This ruling solidifies Weinstein's conviction, marking a significant step in the long-running legal battle against him. The decision underscores the ongoing efforts to hold powerful individuals accountable for their actions, especially in cases of sexual assault.