
California Governor Gavin Newsom has opted to give the incoming Los Angeles district attorney, Nathan Hochman, the opportunity to evaluate the clemency pleas for Erik and Lyle Menendez, thereby postponing any possible release of the brothers who were convicted of murdering their parents in the 1990s and are currently serving life sentences. This decision comes as a response to the growing public interest in the case, fueled by the success of Netflix’s show Monsters: The Erik and Lyle Menendez Story and a TikTok movement that has rekindled curiosity about the long-standing case. The Ryan Murphy–produced series has sparked debate over certain creative choices made in the show, particularly concerning its portrayal of the brothers’ relationship. However, it has also generated significant support for the idea of resentencing Erik and Lyle Menendez, who are now in their 50s. This renewed interest led to outgoing District Attorney George Gascón citing public engagement with his office as a factor contributing to his decision to advocate for clemency.