Andrew and Tristan Tate fight extradition in court after Miami arrest
Andrew and Tristan Tate appeared in a U.S. federal court to contest their extradition to the United Kingdom, where they face charges of rape and sex trafficking. Their legal team claims the arrest is politically motivated.
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Involves high-profile internet personalities in a significant international legal case regarding serious criminal allegations.
Andrew and Tristan Tate have appeared in a US federal court for the first time since their Miami arrest. ( AP: Julia Demaree Nikhinson/File )
Andrew and Tristan Tate have appeared in a US federal court where they face extradition to the United Kingdom on rape and sex trafficking charges.
The brothers' attorney said their weekend arrest was politically motivated after the pair met with "friends" in Washington, DC.
The matter will return to court on July 27.
Link copied Share Share article Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate will fight extradition to the United Kingdom, where the brothers are accused of rape and sex trafficking, their lawyer says.
The Tate brothers appeared in federal court on Monday, local time, for the first time since their weekend arrest and are being held in federal detention.
A US district judge will consider whether they meet the conditions for extradition.
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