Menendez Brothers’ Lawyer Slams D.A. Over Doubtful Letter Claims
In a drama-laden twist, the Menendez brothers’ attorney, Mark Geragos, is throwing some serious shade at Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman, who questioned the authenticity of a bombshell letter penned by Erik Menendez detailing the horrific abuse suffered at the hands of their father, Jose Menendez. During a recent interview, Hochman branded the letter as “fabricated” and “ludicrous,” igniting a firestorm of debate about the case that has haunted California since the ’90s.
Geragos, a seasoned defense attorney and co-host of TMZ’s “2 Angry Men” podcast, defended the integrity of two key witnesses—the brothers’ aunts—who have testified to the letter’s legitimacy. He called Hochman’s insinuations an unfair dismissal of their truthfulness, going so far as to say, “This is nothing more than an old-school D.A.’s office wanting to take us back to the way things were.” In a world where you can’t just rewrite history, it seems Geragos believes Hochman is trying to push a “tough on crime” agenda reminiscent of the bygone era.
This drama kicked off after Hochman expressed skepticism about the rehabilitation of Erik and Lyle Menendez, which they discussed in a podcast appearance, where they spoke candidly about the abuse faced both during their childhood and while imprisoned. The brothers are awaiting a ruling on their resentencing, set for next month, and while the letter may not sway Hochman, the final decision will be in the hands of a judge.
Interestingly, the stakes couldn’t be higher: a resentencing would hinge on the court’s perception of the brothers’ transformative experience behind bars—all while ongoing discussions about their past continues to echo in public opinion.
As this legal saga unfolds, it’s worth noting the ongoing conversations about domestic abuse and its long-lasting impacts—issues that are still relevant and sparking further dialogue today. So, stay tuned. How the Menendez brothers’ story plays out next month could redefine how we view old cases through a modern lens!
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and NBC Boston, People Magazine
