Los Angeles prosecutors are reviewing new evidence, including allegations of sexual abuse, in the Menendez brothers' case, potentially paving the way for resentencing nearly 35 years after their parents' murder.

The reexamination of the case comes after District Attorney George Gascón announced the inclusion of allegations that the brothers were sexually abused by their father, which could have influenced the original jury's verdict. As public understanding of such abuse evolves, the Menendez brothers' attorneys are seeking to vacate their convictions based on this new evidence, scheduled for a hearing on November 29, following increased advocacy and attention from high-profile figures like Kim Kardashian.

The Menendez brothers, Lyle and Erik, were convicted of the 1989 murders of their parents, Jose and Mary Menendez. The brutal nature of these killings shocked the nation and resulted in a highly publicized trial that brought numerous controversies surrounding the admissibility of evidence related to their claims of abuse.

Recent developments in the case have sparked renewed interest, particularly with the emergence of new evidence, including a letter from one of the brothers that reportedly details incidents of molestation by their father. This letter, among other pieces of evidence, is now being scrutinized by prosecutors to determine whether it could have impacted the jury's decision during the original trial.

Gascón pointed out that societal perceptions regarding male sexual abuse have shifted significantly since the trial in the early 1990s. He noted, 'The understanding of male sexual abuse has changed significantly since the original trial,' suggesting that the legal system's approach to such evidence has also evolved.

The Menendez brothers' attorneys have filed petitions to vacate their convictions, arguing that new insights into their claims of sexual abuse should be taken into account. This motion comes in light of public support for the brothers, evidenced by a growing Change.org petition that has amassed over 365,000 signatures advocating for their release.

The reexamination of the Menendez brothers' case has gained additional attention thanks to the Netflix series 'Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story.' This documentary has reignited discussions about the case, including the circumstances surrounding the brothers' actions and the alleged abuse they suffered.

Kim Kardashian is among the high-profile figures who have publicly expressed support for the brothers. She has stated that they deserve compassion and understanding, which reflects a broader movement towards reevaluating past convictions that may have been influenced by societal biases at the time.

The looming hearing on November 29 will be a critical moment for the Menendez brothers, as it will allow attorneys to present their case regarding the relevance of the new evidence. If successful, this reexamination could ultimately lead to a reevaluation of the convictions handed down nearly three decades ago.

Should the court find that the new evidence could have led to a different verdict, it would set a precedent for other cases where similar evidence was excluded or deemed inadmissible. The case of the Menendez brothers stands as a complex intersection of crime, trauma, and evolving understandings of abuse within the legal system.

As the November hearing approaches, the Menendez brothers remain in prison, having served over 30 years of their life sentences. Their case continues to challenge the legal framework surrounding domestic violence, the stigma of male victims, and the implications of revisiting longstanding convictions in light of new evidence.