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DA Gascón Denies Political Influence in Menendez Brothers' Case

Los Angeles, USAThursday, October 24, 2024

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón is frustrated with critics who claim his interest in the Menendez brothers' case is purely political. He's been looking into the case for over a year, focusing on both a habeas corpus petition and potential resentencing. Critics allege that Gascón is using the high-profile case to boost his re-election chances, but legal experts and the brothers' attorney disagree. The case gained renewed attention after a Netflix true-crime drama about the brothers' murders and trials. Gascón plans to announce his decision soon, and new evidence, including a letter from Erik Menendez, is being reviewed.

In 1989, Lyle and Erik Menendez were sentenced to life in prison for killing their parents. They claimed self-defense, fearing their father's sexual abuse. Prosecutors argued the brothers were after their parents' fortune. Now, Gascón's office is considering resentencing based on new evidence.

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