Menendez Family Is ‘Cautiously Optimistic’ Ahead of Parole Hearings This Week

The family says they remain “cautiously optimistic” … but, they add they know the parole process in California is grueling — so, they aren’t letting their hopes get too high. They say Erik and Lyle are ready for the scrutiny of their respective parole hearings.

Erik and Lyle also have the support of numerous correctional officers, the family adds … claiming part of their case was helped not just by advocacy, but by recommendations made by officers who have never advocated for prisoners before.