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Friday morning three white men and two white women were added.
The alternates include one white man, one Hispanic woman, and one black woman.
Prosecutors did not oppose this woman being on the jury.
She was not forthcoming about the book, about the subject of the book, he argued.
She lied about it all.
Burke shot down the defense teams request, and so she was selected.
I think that was an absolutely ridiculous decision, Rotunno said.
Rotunno said that the defense has asked Burke for a mistrial.
The jurors selected so far include three African-American women, one African-American man, and three white men.
With the first group, one of the questions prosecutor Joan Illuzzi asked dealt with Weinsteins appearance.
Around 11 a.m. today, Weinsteins ankle monitor chirped in court.)
or This person couldnt possibly have been guilty of this crime, without hearing any evidence?
One man indicated that he felt that way.
No one seated in the jury box at that time raised their hand.
Does anyone think an individual would have sex with someone they find unattractive for reasons other than love?
asked another Weinstein attorney, Damon Cheronis.
They have now peremptorily challenged every young, white female on this panel, Illuzzi said.
They just have systematically eliminated every young, white female on the prospective jury.
This is not some conspiracy against the state.
This potential panelist, Milk Makeup co-founder Mazdack Rassi, was ultimately excused from serving on the jury.
Rassis connection to Weinstein was revealed in court Wednesday during jury selection in the case.
I know Harvey and his family, his wife and children, Rassi said.
I dont think I can [be fair and impartial].
Rassi is reportedlymarried toZanna Roberts Rassi afashion editorwho also co-founded the cosmetics line.
According toEntertainment Weekly, she and Chapman were both onProject Runway All Stars.
Host Alyssa Milano will return alongside judge alums Isaac Mizrahi and Georgina Chapman.
For the first time on All Stars, the judges will be critiquing blind runways.
Another potential juror said, I worked for the Weinstein Company on contract.
At least 180 of these people have already been dismissed after telling Justice James Burke they couldnt be fair.
Others were dismissed for reasons such as scheduling.
Potential jurors who havent been cut will return Thursday morning, where attorneys on the case will question them.
Because you have seen him across from the Tribeca Film Festival?
asked Justice James Burke, who has seemingly become annoyed that so many potential jurors want off the case.
On several occasions, Ive seen him on the phone screaming at someone the juror replied.
Burke quickly cut him off, pointing out that he had already said he couldnt be impartial.
This man was ultimately excused from serving on the jury.
Another potential juror said he knew Weinstein, but did not elaborate.
One woman said she knows actress Rosie Perez a bit.
We did a reading together, she said.
Weinstein answered with a smile.
A few moments later, a court officer handed Hadid a microphone.
I have met the defendant, she said.
When Burke asked whether she could remain impartial, Hadid answered yes.
Hadid stood once more and said she had met Salma Hayek.
Read Vultures full report on Hadids jury servicehere.
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Another juror posted to Facebook about jury service in this case.
Denied, Burke said plainly.
If this is inconsistent with having a transparent, open jury selection, this is going to be denied.
The courtrooms windows were open.
While many present in the courtroom could hear chanting, its unclear if they could make out the words.
(Vulture had to go downstairs to hear exactly what the protesters were saying.)
I dont often get illustrations in my motions.
All I meant to do was scare him enough for him to discontinue using his phone.
I have a very close friend who had an encounter with the defendant, the woman said.
She did not provide additional information on the alleged encounter in court.
Outside the courtroom, after the woman had been excused, she declined to comment on her statement.
Another woman had worked for one of Weinsteins ex-wives or knew someone who did, court proceedings revealed.
These disclosures came in the early stages of juror screening.
Todays prospective jurors were far more candid about why they couldnt be fair or impartial.
The majority of those who said they couldnt be fair were women.
I have my mind made up, a fourth woman said.
In total, some 30 jurors were sent home with questionnaires and told to return next week.
Burke will decide on this request later.
Hayek has accused Weinstein ofsexual harassment.
These names were revealed as jury selection began.
During trials, potential jurors are asked to say whether they know people whose names might come up.
None of the jurors appeared to react when Burke said Weinsteins name.
Burke then said Both sides want a fair and impartial jury if thats an issue let us know …
He then asked whether anyone had already reached a decision in the case.
Ten hands shot up right away.
A total of 40 people wound up telling Burke that they couldnt be fair or impartial.
Are you going to pretend you dont know about this?
I encouraged him to bring a book, Burke said.
Your honor
What did I tell would happen?
I dont know, Aidala initially answered.
Burke insisted that Aidala sum up his prior discussion of cell phones.
That you would hear arguments on bail, Aidala said.
Because it was my intention to do what?
To change his bail conditions, Aidala said.
I believe you said remand, Aidala answered, referring to when a defendant is detained during case proceedings.
Burke ultimately did not change Weinsteins bail.
Weinstein was carrying a copy ofThe Brothers Mankiewicz: Hope, Heartbreak, and Hollywood Classics.
Weinstein once again used a walker at the courthouse.
There are other issues regarding specific exhibits in this case, said lead prosecutor Joan Illuzzi.
The defense is particularly sensitive about some exhibits.
Whether and how the photos will be shown to jurors is poised to become an object of debate.
Justice James Burke will decide on how the photos are handled at a later date.
Burke denied their request to sequester the jury.
When Burke said this, Weinstein put his head in his hands.
People need to focus on Harvey Weinstein; hes the predator.
This case sets a precedent for future cases.
It means a lot, its very encouraging, Williams said.
It means that theres an opportunity now to see a dangerous man end up behind bars, Masse said.
Weinstein also used a metalwalkerto enter what became a packed courtroom Monday.
He shook his head when the photos were discussed.
Weinstein has maintained his innocence.
This is an ongoing news story and will be updated accordingly.
