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    Here's What We've Learned So Far At Harvey Weinstein's Trial

    Prosecutors have said their piece; now it's time for Weinstein's legal team to take the stage. But before his rape trial moves on, here's a glimpse of the four biggest courtroom moments so far.
    by Colin Dwyer Feb 06, 2020 4 minutes
    Jessica Mann arrives at the Manhattan Criminal Court late last month. The testimony offered by the former actress contained some of the most explosive accusations against Weinstein, who faces the prospect of life in prison if convicted on all counts.

    Editor's note: This report includes graphic descriptions of sexual assault.

    The prosecution has rested its case.

    Just more than two weeks after Manhattan prosecutors made opening statements in Harvey Weinstein's trial, their witnesses have said their piece and the prosecutors have ceded the stage to his defense team.

    The former Hollywood megaproducer could face life in prison if convicted of rape and predatory sexual assault, allegations he has repeatedly denied. Weinstein has pleaded not guilty to all charges in Manhattan, casting the incidents as entirely consensual encounters. Now his defense team will get their turn to press their case.

    But before the trial moves on, it's worth pausing to review and reflect on what's happened so far. Here's a window on the prosecution's

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