Menendez Brothers Resentencing Hearing Delayed to January

The brothers, imprisoned for 35 years for the 1989 murders of their parents, await a decision on potential resentencing following new abuse evidence.

Lyle and Erik Menendez were convicted in 1996 of first-degree murder for killing their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez, in 1989.
Their case has gained renewed attention due to new evidence, including allegations of sexual abuse by their father and a corroborating letter written by Erik before the murders.
Outgoing Los Angeles DA George Gascón recommended resentencing the brothers, which could make them eligible for parole, but the final decision now rests with incoming DA Nathan Hochman.
The resentencing hearing, initially scheduled for December, has been postponed to January 30 and 31 to allow Hochman time to review the evidence.
Supporters, including family members, have called for the brothers' release, citing their alleged abuse, rehabilitation efforts, and lack of rehabilitative purpose in their continued incarceration.