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Harvey Weinstein Pushes for Quick Retrial: ‘I Need to Get Out of This Hellhole’

Harvey Weinstein pushed for an earlier start for his sexual assault retrial, citing his recent health issues and "hellhole" prison conditions.

Harvey Weinstein pushed for an earlier start for his sexual assault retrial, citing his recent health issues and “hellhole” prison conditions. Judge Curtis Farber said that he could move Weinstein’s trial a week earlier — possibly April 7 — if both parties agreed to the change. A spokesperson for Weinstein said in a statement after the hearing, “Judge Farber demonstrated exceptional responsiveness, and we deeply appreciate his thoughtful consideration of Harvey’s condition and circumstances.

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