Family Pushes for Menendez Brothers' Release

The Menendez brothers, Erik and Lyle, are seeking a review of their murder convictions from the LA District Attorney, George Gascon, amid new evidence suggesting they were victims of long-term sexual abuse by their father. At a recent press conference, their family, alongside defense attorney Mark Geragos, presented a letter from Erik detailing his fear of their father and a declaration from a former Menudo member alleging he was also abused by Jose Menendez. The brothers were convicted in 1996 for the 1989 shotgun murders of their parents and sentenced to life without parole, but their defense argued the killings were driven by years of abuse. Gascon's office is reviewing the case, which may lead to a new trial or resentencing, as the brothers have already served over 30 years. The family hopes this renewed attention—amplified by a recent Netflix series—will lead to their release. A court hearing regarding the brothers' sentences is scheduled for November.