Harvey Weinstein pleads with judge to move up trial date because he 'can't hold on anymore' at 'hell hole' Rikers
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Harvey Weinstein, during a court appearance, appealed to a Manhattan judge to expedite his new sex assault trial, expressing distress over his health while imprisoned at Rikers Island. He described various chronic health issues including a cancer diagnosis and diabetes, indicating he may not survive until the scheduled trial date of April 15, 2025. Weinstein emphasized his wish for justice and to escape what he termed a 'hell hole.' Despite previous convictions, he remains behind bars due to a separate conviction in Los Angeles, maintaining his innocence on all charges.
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