Florida Governor Declares Andrew and Tristan Tate 'Not Welcome' After Return to U.S.
The controversial influencers, facing human trafficking charges in Romania, arrived in Florida as state officials begin a preliminary inquiry into their conduct.
- Andrew and Tristan Tate, charged with human trafficking and other crimes in Romania, returned to the U.S. after travel restrictions were lifted.
- Florida Governor Ron DeSantis stated the brothers are not welcome in the state and directed the attorney general to explore potential jurisdiction over their alleged crimes.
- The Tate brothers, who deny all charges, claimed they are misunderstood and reiterated that they have never been convicted of any crime.
- The legal proceedings in Romania are ongoing, and the Tates are expected to return later in March for their next court appearance.
- The brothers have also filed a defamation lawsuit in Florida and are seeking a restraining order against a woman involved in the case.