Harvey Weinstein Faces New Charges in LA

Harvey Weinstein was officially charged with rape and sexual assault in LA yesterday. This is on top of the charges he currently faces in New York. Since 2017, Weinstein has been accused by dozens of women for sexual misconduct, assault, and rape. Just a few weeks ago, it was believed he settled most of the claims with a tentative deal of $47 million dollars which would be split among his accusers and his lawyers. Then Weinstein had his first official day in court in New York yesterday and it seemed he wouldn’t be facing any prison time. This may no longer be the case. The same day Weinstein appeared in court, prosecutors in LA pressed additional charges against him. If convicted, Weinstein could face up to 28 years in prison. There is also an official warrant out for his arrest.