Los Angeles County's new district attorney, Nathan J. Hochman, announced intentions to withdraw a resentencing petition for Lyle and Erik Menendez, who murdered their parents 35 years ago. While this move is largely symbolic—reflecting Hochman's commitment to a tougher crime approach—another court-initiated resentencing process is expected to proceed. Additionally, California's Governor Gavin Newsom is considering a clemency petition related to the case. Hochman's news conference revisited the menacing details of the murders, underscoring the brothers' repeated lies throughout the years.
The new district attorney of Los Angeles County intends to withdraw a resentencing petition from his predecessor regarding the Menendez brothers, focusing instead on a tougher approach to crime.
Nathan J. Hochman emphasized that his decision to ask the court to withdraw the resentencing plea is symbolic, reflecting his campaign promises and values as a prosecutor.
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