Trump says Weinstein conviction 'sends very strong message'

New Delhi, Feb 25 (AFP) Harvey Weinstein's conviction of rape and sexual assault was a "great victory" for women and sends a "very strong message", US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday. "I think that from the standpoint of women, I think it was a great thing," Trump said at a news conference in India, a day after Weinstein was convicted.

"It was a great victory. And sends a very strong message, very, very strong message." The conviction of the once-powerful Hollywood producer was hailed as a historic victory by the #MeToo movement against sexual misconduct. (AFP)

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