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New LA DA accuses outgoing prosecutor of only recommending Menendez brothers release as ‘political ploy’

Nathan Hochman defeated George Gascon on November 5, several weeks after the progressive DA announced his recommendation that the brothers be resentenced and eligible for parole immediately

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Menendez Brothers Could Be Freed After Prosecutor Urges Resentencing

Lyle and Erik Menendez, the two brothers whose grisly 1989 murder of their wealthy parents was the subject of a recent Netflix series, could be released from prison after a US prosecutor said Thursday he would ask a judge to look again at their sentences.

International Business Times

LA Prosecutor To Ask For Resentencing Of Menendez Brothers

Los Angeles' chief prosecutor said Thursday he would seek a resentencing for Lyle and Erik Menendez, brothers who were jailed for life in the 1990s over the grisly murder of their parents, in a move that could lead to their immediate parole.

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New Evidence In Menendez Brothers Case Sparks Controversy

Los Angeles DA George Gascon considers resentencing Menendez brothers for parents' murder, sparking family divisions and legal debates.

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Menendez brothers’ uncle breaks with family to say he ‘firmly believes’ they should never be freed

Milton Andersen, the brother of Eric and Lyle’s mother has requested a meeting with Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon to express his concerns

The Independent UK

Lyle and Erik Menendez's aunts, sisters of Kitty and José Menéndez, are calling for the release of their nephews.

Lyle and Erik Menendez are receiving their family's support in their quest to be released from prison. Their aunts cousins and more family membered gathered in Los Angeles to ask for mercy.

Latin Times

Prosecutors Gascon And Foxx Endorse VP Harris For President

Gascon and Foxx endorse VP Harris, citing Trump's safety risks. Concerns over Foxx's decision on murder charges and legal challenges faced by Gascon.

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New Evidence Emerges In Marilyn Manson Rape Investigation

Los Angeles investigators review new evidence in Marilyn Manson rape case. District Attorney Gascon faces criticism for handling amidst elections.

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Ryan Murphy on Menéndez brothers’ criticism of Monsters: ‘They should be sending me flowers’

Erik Menéndez has described the series as a ‘dishonest portrayal’ of the brothers’ lives

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Trump Criticizes Kamala Harris For California's Issues

Former President Donald Trump criticizes Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Gavin Newsom for California's decline and expresses concerns about crime...

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Teenagers charged with murder of General Hospital actor Johnny Wactor

Robert Barceleau and Sergio Estrada, both 18, charged with murder, grand theft and attempted robbery

The Independent UK

Top LA District Attorney Aide Arrested After Traffic Stop

Recent video shows No. 2 prosecutor in LA arrested during a traffic stop. Another official faces felony charges. Lawsuit implicates both for alleged law vi...

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Los Angeles Prosecutor Seeks Deposition Of District Attorney Gascon

Prominent prosecutor John Lewin seeks to depose District Attorney Gascon in a whistleblower retaliation lawsuit, revealing tensions within the Los Angeles ...

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Nathan Hockman To Challenge George Gascon In Runoff Election

Learn about the upcoming runoff election in Los Angeles County between progressive District Attorney George Gascon and challenger Nathan Hockman, who aims ...

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Los Angeles DA Gascon faces backlash over soft-on-crime policies

This content discusses the concerns and criticisms surrounding Los Angeles DA George Gascon's approach to crime, highlighting the impact on victims and ris...

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Controversial DA Hires Cop Critic as Chief of Staff

DA George Gascon's new chief-of-staff, Tiffany Black, faces backlash for her controversial views on law enforcement including calls to defund the police.

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LA's DA Hires Pro-criminal Chief of Staff, Causes Outrage

Explore the controversy around LA District Attorney George Gascon's new chief of staff, Tiffany Blacknell, due to her views on law enforcement.

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Man who spent 33 years in prison over shooting of six teens is freed after wrongful conviction

Daniel Saldana spent 33 years in prison for a 1989 shooting in Baldwin Park, California before being declared innocent by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office

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Murder Rates Spike In The US Cities In The Aftermath Of The George Floyd Riots

Murder rates continue to spike as Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascon has set the bar low for his soft-on-crime policies.

Los Angeles Times

LA District Attorney Gascon’s own prosecutors begin lining up to challenge him in 2024

LOS ANGELES — Standing in front of a packed room in Whittier, longtime line prosecutor Jonathan Hatami promised to “restore civility” to the Los Angeles County district attorney’s office and stand up for the crime victims he insists George Gascon has forgotten.

Los Angeles Times

Signatures of hundreds of dead people were found in D.A. Gascon recall petition

LOS ANGELES — More than 300 signatures in a petition to recall Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon last year belonged to dead people, according to the county’s Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk’s office.

Irish Mirror

Irish bishop was 'asleep' as man admits to blasting cleric to death at LA home

Handyman Carlos Medina is accused of killing the 69-year-old cleric and could face 35 years behind bars

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Irish bishop's housekeeper's husband charged with shooting cleric dead

Auxiliary Bishop David O’Connell, 69, was blasted multiple times Saturday in the bedroom of his home east of downtown Los Angeles

Los Angeles Times

Organizers launch bid to recall beleaguered LA City Council member Kevin de Leon

LOS ANGELES — Amid widespread calls for the beleaguered politician’s resignation, five constituents filed initial paperwork Thursday to recall Los Angeles City Council member Kevin de Leon.

The Independent UK

LA County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl has home raided by sheriff’s department in corruption probe

Ms Kuehl is an outspoken critic of Sheriff Alex Villanueva and has called for his resignation

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