Menendez Brothers Seek DA’s Removal Friday

Attorneys for Erik and Lyle Menendez are asking for a major change in their case.
On Friday, they filed a motion to remove Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman.
They argue that Hochman has a conflict of interest.
According to the filing, the conflict could prevent the brothers from receiving a fair hearing.
The Menendez brothers are currently undergoing resentencing proceedings.
They claim new evidence supports their allegations of sexual abuse by their father.
The previous District Attorney had supported their efforts for resentencing.
However, Hochman has publicly questioned the credibility of their abuse claims.
This shift in stance has raised major concerns for their defense team.
Friday’s motion also alleges that the DA’s office recently hired an attorney with ties to the victims’ family.
Specifically, the attorney once represented the only family member opposing resentencing.
The defense says this connection further jeopardizes the fairness of the proceedings.