What happened: A judge has declared a mistrial in the rape case against Harvey Weinstein, marking the third time a New York jury has been unable to reach a verdict.
Why it matters:
- The outcome prolongs the legal process for both the accused and the alleged victims.
- It highlights challenges in prosecuting high-profile sexual assault cases.
MNN Take: Repeated mistrials indicate difficulties in jury consensus on complex sexual assault allegations, affecting the pursuit of justice in such cases.
Sources: BBC World