LA prosecutor recommends Menendez brothers' parole in 1989 murder of parents

The Menendez brothers, Erik and Lyle, were sentenced to life in prison without possibility of parole in 1996 for the murder of their parents in 1989. However, District Attorney George Gascon has recently recommended to a judge that their life sentences be replaced with a sentence of 50 years to life. This move is seen as a victory for the brothers and their supporters, who argue that they were unfairly sentenced due to their wealth and privilege. If the judge accepts the recommendation, the brothers could be eligible for parole immediately due to their ages at the time of the murder. The case has recently returned to the headlines following a Netflix true-crime drama, which has brought renewed attention to the brothers' story. The judge is set to make a decision on the case next month.