Andrew and Tristan Tate to stay in jail at least two more weeks as they fight extradition
Influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate will remain in US custody for at least two more weeks as they contest extradition to the UK. The brothers face charges of rape and sex trafficking, which their legal team claims are politically motivated.
Why it matters
The case highlights the complexities of international extradition and the legal challenges faced by high-profile, polarizing public figures.
CONTROVERSIAL SOCIAL MEDIA influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate will remain in jail in the US for at least two more weeks until their next hearing as they fight extradition to the UK, where the brothers are accused of rape and sex trafficking.
US judge Lauren Louis set a detention hearing for 13 August to determine whether the Tates should stay in jail or be released during what could be a months-long extradition process.
The Tates were not in court today or required to be there and have remained in jail since making a brief court appearance two days after their 18 July arrest.
The Tates promote wealth, male dominance and misogyny through their social media empire and are among the world’s most polarising internet personalities.
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