Miriam Haley, a former TV production assistant, testified in Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial, recounting how Weinstein allegedly forced oral sex on her in July 2006 despite her objections. Haley, who previously testified at Weinstein's original trial, expressed her mixed feelings about revisiting the traumatic experience but remained firm in her allegations. Weinstein, whose 2020 conviction was overturned, faces accusations from multiple women, including Jessica Mann and Kaja Sokola, with charges related to incidents ranging from forced oral sex to rape. The defense argues that Weinstein's accusers consented to sexual encounters for career advancement, but Haley maintains her interactions with Weinstein were strictly professional. The retrial includes both new and previously heard allegations, with testimonies expected from several accusers during the proceedings.

Miriam Haley testified that Harvey Weinstein held her down and forced oral sex on her during an encounter in July 2006, despite her clear objections, describing the experience as 'unthinkable'.

Weinstein, who denies all allegations, is facing a retrial after New York's highest court overturned his 2020 conviction, with Haley being the first accuser to testify.

Haley shared her reluctance and mixed feelings about testifying again, having already gone through the ordeal during the original trial.

Weinstein's defense claims his accusers, including Haley, consented to sexual acts in exchange for professional opportunities, though Haley insists her motivation was purely professional.

The retrial encompasses allegations from both the original trial and new claims, with Jessica Mann and Kaja Sokola expected to testify about their own alleged assaults by Weinstein.

Haley's account includes a history of professional interactions with Weinstein, who she says alternated between inappropriate and professional behavior, never hinting at any personal interest.

The defense has actively tried to limit Haley's testimony scope, often unsuccessfully objecting to prosecution's questions about her lack of sexual interest in Weinstein.