Kim Kardashian Pushes for Menendez Brothers' Release

Kim Kardashian is advocating for the release of Erik and Lyle Menendez, who were convicted of murdering their parents in 1989, citing new evidence and a complex backstory of alleged abuse. In an essay for NBC News, Kardashian argues that the brothers, now serving life sentences, were victims of long-term sexual and emotional abuse by their father, which was not adequately considered during their trials. She believes that they were unfairly portrayed in the media and calls for a re-evaluation of their sentences, emphasizing their rehabilitation through educational achievements in prison. Kardashian's advocacy comes as the Los Angeles District Attorney's office is set to review new evidence that could lead to a retrial or resentencing. The case has regained public attention due to a Netflix series that dramatizes their story, which has been criticized by Erik Menendez for its inaccuracies. Kardashian's essay aims to join the conversation about justice reform and the complexities of abuse-related defense cases.