Judge rejects Menendez brothers’ request for new trial

The Menendez brothers, Erik and Lyle, faced a setback as a judge denied their habeas corpus petition seeking a new trial based on recently discovered evidence, including allegations of abuse against their father and a corroborating letter. Although resentenced to 50 years to life, their parole applications were rejected due to prison rule violations, with potential clemency from Governor Gavin Newsom as their best chance for release.

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