US Marshals arrest Andrew Tate and Tristan Tate in Miami following new rape and sex trafficking charges from the United Kingdom.
US Marshals arrested Andrew Tate and Tristan Tate in Miami on Saturday following an extradition request from the United Kingdom. The brothers, who are dual British-U.S. citizens and prominent social media influencers, face a total of 59 charges involving rape, sex trafficking, and indecent images of a child. These allegations, which occurred between 2010 and 2017, were based on new evidence provided by Bedfordshire Police. The brothers have previously denied the allegations, with their lawyer, Joseph McBride, describing the UK's move as a "political hit" and an "abuse of authority." While the brothers are currently under investigation in Romania, the UK Crown Prosecution Service is seeking to bring them back to Britain to face the full scope of the charges. The administration announced that the arrests were made in accordance with established law enforcement treaties. The brothers, known for their "manosphere" influence and support of President Trump, will appear in federal court in Miami next week.
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Tate brothers arrested in US as further UK charges take total to 59
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