Any testimony from other alleged victims of 67-year-old Weinstein - a powerful man in Hollywood before a cascade of sexual misconduct allegations precipitated his downfall - could increase his chances of being convicted. Prosecutor Joan Orbon-Illuzzi said a private hearing was necessary to preserve the confidentiality of accusers whose testimony she wants to present. Weinstein's lawyers maintain that publicly releasing their names and allegations would hurt his chances of getting a fair trial when the case comes to court on June 3.

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