Harvey Weinstein's rape conviction overturn has the internet going wild after 'plot twist' ruling

Social media users fumed as disgraced Harvey Weinstein had his rape and sexual assault convictions overturned Thursday. 

The New York Court of Appeals ruled that the movie producer, who has since become the martyr of the #MeToo movement, did not receive a fair trial when convicted in 2020.

Americans took to social media to express their disbelief, with many calling the reversal ‘disgusting and disappointing’ and labeling the justice system ‘a complete joke.’ 

One outraged user wrote, ‘Unbelievable. Leave it to NYS to prosecute innocent people while making dang sure criminals like Weinstein go free.’

Some shared memes to mock the decision, while others used the opportunity to comment on other controversial cases, including former president Donald Trump’s hush money trial and Daniel Penny’s involuntary manslaughter trial. 

A few people voiced support for the bombshell ruling, saying anyone charged with a crime deserves ‘a fair trial, or to go free.’

Weinstein has been serving his 23-year sentence in a New York prison for the two sex attacks against aspiring actress Jessica Mann and production assistant Mimi Haley.

Thursday’s decision made by New York’s highest court will not free Weinstein from prison, as he still has another conviction in Los Angeles for a separate rape, which his team is also appealing.

In the case, he was handed a separate 16-year sentence following his conviction in 2022. 

Social media erupted with fury after disgraced Harvey Weinstein had his rape and sexual assault convictions overturned on Thursday

Americans took to social media to express their disbelief, with many calling the reversal ‘disgusting and disappointing’ and labeling the justice system ‘a complete joke’

A few people voiced support for the bombshell ruling, saying anyone charged with a crime deserves ‘a fair trial, or to go free’