Immediately after the Los Angeles district attorney announced he was recommending resentencing for Lyle and Erik Menendez, the brothers' cousins addressed the crowd. On Thursday, George Gascón held a press conference where he announced that the next day he would recommend to the court that Lyle and Erik be resentenced to a charge that would allow them to be out on parole immediately. The brothers killed their parents in 1989 and have been in prison ever since.
Many have called for their release, especially the brothers' family members . After Gascón spoke, Erik and Lyle's cousins took the podium to share their own statements. Menendez brothers recommended for resentencing and could be eligible for parole immediately Los Angeles district attorney says he believes Erik Menendez was molested in high-profile court case Anna Maria Baralt, the niece of Jose Menendez, the brother's father, said: "Today is a day full of hope for our family.
We are here because District Attorney Gascón has taken a brave and necessary step forward by recommending a resentencing for Lyle and Eric." "The DA's decision reflects a truth that has been hidden for so long and I am so grateful for his leadership in making this choice," she continued, "We stand united in our hope and gratitude. Together we can make sure that Erik and Lyle receive the justice they deserve and finally come home.
" She ended her statement by adding: "Thank you to District Attorney George Gascón for his courage and leadershi.