Florida Attorney General Launches Criminal Probe on Tate Brothers Amid Human Trafficking Allegations

The Tate brothers, facing serious human trafficking allegations in Romania and Britain, are under investigation by Florida's Attorney General after their recent arrival in the state. The probe includes coordinated efforts by law enforcement to scrutinize their actions amid significant public scrutiny.

Florida's Attorney General, James Uthmeier, announced on Tuesday that his office has initiated a criminal investigation into controversial online influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate. The brothers, who recently arrived in Fort Lauderdale after a Romanian court lifted travel restrictions, face serious accusations of human trafficking in both Romania and Britain.

Uthmeier emphasized the investigation's urgency, stating that his office is collaborating with law enforcement to conduct a preliminary inquiry into the Tate brothers' activities. In a public exchange shared on social media platform X, he revealed that subpoenas and warrants have already been secured and executed against the brothers.

The Tates, infamous for their misogynistic views and ostentatious lifestyle, faced travel restrictions for over two years following their arrest in Romania in 2022. They were accused of exploiting women lured to the country under false pretenses.

Simultaneously, British authorities are considering extradition requests in light of further allegations against the brothers, including rape and human trafficking brought forth by four British women who have previously sued Andrew Tate. The Tate brothers, who arrived on a private jet last Thursday morning, have received a frosty reception from Florida officials, who maintain that they are unwelcome in the state.