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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 27, 2026Miami-Dade

Andrew and Tristan Tate seek release from Miami jail during U.K. extradition fight

Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate testified in federal court to request release from a Miami detention center while they contest extradition to the United Kingdom on sex crime and human trafficking charges. U.S. Magistrate Lauren Louis heard arguments regarding their flight risk and ability to prepare a legal defense but did not issue a ruling, ordering the brothers to remain in custody.

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Why It Matters

The court's decision will determine whether the Tate brothers remain in U.S. federal custody or are released on bail while the U.S. government processes a formal request from the United Kingdom.

Key Facts

  • Andrew and Tristan Tate have been held in a Miami federal detention center since July 18.
  • The brothers face extradition to the U.K. on charges including rape, human trafficking, and violence against minors.
  • The Tates are currently facing separate criminal charges in Romania.
  • Prosecutors presented a Mexican passport in the name of 'Vladimir Scorpius' containing Tristan Tate's photo and birth date.
  • The U.K. has until mid-September to provide evidence to the U.S. State Department for the extradition request.
  • The defense argues that the brothers' high public profile makes them unable to flee.
  • The judge requested that defense attorneys report by Monday on the implications of the Tates missing a court hearing in Romania.
  • No date has been set for the formal extradition hearing.

Who's Mentioned

personAndrew Tate“Defendant, 39, social media influencer”personLauren Louis“U.S. Magistrate Judge”personTristan Tate“Defendant, 38, social media influencer”personAbbie Waxman“Assistant U.S. Attorney”otherVladimir Scorpius“Name on a passport presented by prosecutors”personJoseph McBride“Defense attorney for the Tates”personDonald Trump“President of the United States”