Romanian prosecutors have indicted social media influencer Andrew Tate on charges including trafficking minors, money laundering, sex with a minor and witness tampering, while his brother Tristan faces allegations of complicity, authorities said Friday (Sep 4). The indictment follows years of investigation into the brothers, former kickboxers who hold US and British citizenship. Both were arrested in Miami in late July after Britain requested their extradition. They have denied all wrongdoing.According to Romania’s anti-organised crime unit DIICOT, the brothers allegedly recruited women and girls by pretending to seek romantic relationships or marriage before coercing them into producing pornographic material for a webcam business.Prosecutors said one alleged victim was 15 when Andrew Tate allegedly seduced her in Britain in 2012. They accused him of subsequently moving her to Bucharest, where physical violence and psychological intimidation were allegedly used to exploit her.Tristan Tate was accused of assisting in the alleged abuse through physical aggression.<h2>$1.25 million in alleged proceeds</h2>DIICOT said the brothers retained about $1.25 million from the victim’s videochat earnings, representing roughly 80 per cent of her income. Prosecutors also alleged they attempted to launder the money by purchasing four luxury cars.The indictment is not a finding of guilt. The brothers’ Romanian lawyer, Eugen Vidineac, said the defence would challenge the case.“We will examine every aspect of (the indictment) with the same level of scrutiny and we will challenge any evidential, procedural or legal deficiencies through the appropriate judicial process,” Vidineac said in a statement.“Our clients continue to reject the allegations against them.”<h2>Extradition and trial remain uncertain</h2>The brothers remain in US custody while a judge considers Britain’s extradition request, which concerns rape allegations. It was not immediately clear whether Romanian prosecutors would seek their extradition from the United States.Although Romania permits trials in absentia, proceedings will not begin immediately. A preliminary court chamber must first review the indictment and determine whether the evidence and procedures comply with the law.The brothers were previously indicted in Romania on human trafficking charges, but an appeals court returned that case to prosecutors in late 2024 after ruling some evidence inadmissible.Andrew Tate, who has described himself as a misogynist, has built a large following among young men through a lavish, hyper-masculine online persona.

Romanian prosecutors have indicted Andrew Tate on charges including trafficking minors, money laundering, sex with a minor and witness tampering. His brother Tristan faces complicity allegations. 

Romanian prosecutors have indicted social media influencer Andrew Tate on charges including trafficking minors, money laundering, sex with a minor and witness tampering, while his brother Tristan faces allegations of complicity, authorities said Friday (Sep 4). The indictment follows years of investigation into the brothers, former kickboxers who hold US and British citizenship. Both were arrested in Miami in late July after Britain requested their extradition. They have denied all wrongdoing. According to Romania’s anti-organised crime unit DIICOT, the brothers allegedly recruited women and girls by pretending to seek romantic relationships or marriage before coercing them into producing pornographic material for a webcam business. Prosecutors said one alleged victim was 15 when Andrew Tate allegedly seduced her in Britain in 2012. They accused him of subsequently moving her to Bucharest, where physical violence and psychological intimidation were allegedly used to exploit her. Tristan Tate was accused of assisting in the alleged abuse through physical aggression. $1.25 million in alleged proceeds DIICOT said the brothers retained about $1.25 million from the victim’s videochat earnings, representing roughly 80 per cent of her income. Prosecutors also alleged they attempted to launder the money by purchasing four luxury cars. The indictment is not a finding of guilt. The brothers’ Romanian lawyer, Eugen Vidineac, said the defence would challenge the case. “We will examine every aspect of (the indictment) with the same level of scrutiny and we will challenge any evidential, procedural or legal deficiencies through the appropriate judicial process,” Vidineac said in a statement. “Our clients continue to reject the allegations against them.” Extradition and trial remain uncertain The brothers remain in US custody while a judge considers Britain’s extradition request, which concerns rape allegations. It was not immediately clear whether Romanian prosecutors would seek their extradition from the United States. Although Romania permits trials in absentia, proceedings will not begin immediately. A preliminary court chamber must first review the indictment and determine whether the evidence and procedures comply with the law. The brothers were previously indicted in Romania on human trafficking charges, but an appeals court returned that case to prosecutors in late 2024 after ruling some evidence inadmissible. Andrew Tate, who has described himself as a misogynist, has built a large following among young men through a lavish, hyper-masculine online persona.

Romanian prosecutors have indicted Andrew Tate on charges including trafficking minors, money laundering, sex with a minor and witness tampering. His brother Tristan faces complicity allegations.&nbsp;

Andrew Tate faces fresh charges of trafficking minors, money laundering in Romania

The Trump administration has ruled out any involvement in the extradition proceedings involving Andrew Tate and Tristan Tate. White House officials, including Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, said the administration will not intervene in the legal process. The development comes as British prosecutors have filed additional charges against the Tate brothers. Andrew Tate now faces 42 allegations, while Tristan Tate faces 17. The charges include rape, sex trafficking, assault, and offenses involving sexual images. The brothers also continue to face separate criminal investigations in Romania related to human trafficking, sexual offenses, and money laundering.

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Social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan Tate have been arrested in Miami by the US Marshals Service. While the US warrant remains sealed, UK authorities confirmed the brothers face multiple serious charges, including rape, sexual assault, sex trafficking, and child pornography-related offenses. The Tate brothers have denied all allegations as legal proceedings continue across multiple countries.

Andrew Tate taken into custody in Miami | Faces rape and sex trafficking charges

Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan Tate have been taken into custody by the US Marshals Service in Miami following British authorities' request for their extradition regarding new criminal charges filed against them in the United Kingdom.&nbsp;The update comes reportedly after the UK's Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) stated that it had authorised a new round of charges following the receipt of additional evidence from Bedfordshire Police.<h2>Cases against the Tate brothers</h2>As per reports, the allegations involve four more alleged victims, making the total number of complainants in the case reach seven.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/beyonc-and-jay-z-s-east-hampton-property-breached-after-man-drives-through-gate-1784357939096">Beyoncé and Jay-Z's East Hampton property breached after man drives through gate</a>&nbsp;According to the CPS, Andrew Tate now faces seven additional counts of rape, three counts of arranging or facilitating trafficking for sexual exploitation, three counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and 19 further charges linked to alleged indecent images of a child and extreme pornography.&nbsp;His brother, meanwhile, has been reportedly charged with one count of sexual assault, two counts of rape, and three counts of arranging or facilitating trafficking for sexual exploitation.&nbsp;According to reports, the alleged offences took place between July 2010 and August 2017.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/ben-affleck-s-ai-company-fetches-587-million-in-netflix-acquisition-report-1784373970590">Ben Affleck's AI company fetches $587 million in Netflix acquisition: Report</a>&nbsp;Announcing the decision, Malcolm McHaffie, Head of the Special Crime Division at the Crown Prosecution Service, said, "We have decided to prosecute Andrew and Tristan Tate for further offences including rape, arranging or facilitating trafficking for sexual exploitation and offences relating to indecent images of a child," as quoted by Sky News.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/the-odyssey-box-office-collection-day-1-christopher-nolan-s-epic-earns-this-much-in-india-1784355539548">The Odyssey BO collection Day 1: Nolan's epic earns THIS much in India</a>&nbsp;He added, "These charging decisions followed receipt of a further file of evidence from Bedfordshire Police and bring the total number of alleged victims in this case to seven."The CPS has also reportedly confirmed that it has formally requested the brothers' extradition from the United States, where they are expected to undergo legal proceedings.As per reports, Bedfordshire Police said investigators from its Major Crime Unit have continued working with the CPS and international law enforcement agencies as part of what officials described as a complex investigation.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/paramount-warner-bros-merger-court-hears-multi-state-challenge-against-111b-deal-1784343023354">Paramount-Warner Bros merger: Court hears multi-state challenge</a><h2>Tate brothers past cases</h2>Andrew and Tristan Tate, who are dual British and US citizens, have previously rejected all allegations against them. Additionally, the brothers are also facing separate legal proceedings in Romania, since their arrest in 2022 on allegations including human trafficking and rape. However, they have denied all the accusations.

Influencers Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan Tate have been arrested in Miami following British authorities' request for their extradition. There are multiple charges against them. 

Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan Tate have been taken into custody by the US Marshals Service in Miami following British authorities' request for their extradition regarding new criminal charges filed against them in the United Kingdom. The update comes reportedly after the UK's Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) stated that it had authorised a new round of charges following the receipt of additional evidence from Bedfordshire Police. Cases against the Tate brothers As per reports, the allegations involve four more alleged victims, making the total number of complainants in the case reach seven. Also Read: Beyoncé and Jay-Z's East Hampton property breached after man drives through gate According to the CPS, Andrew Tate now faces seven additional counts of rape, three counts of arranging or facilitating trafficking for sexual exploitation, three counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and 19 further charges linked to alleged indecent images of a child and extreme pornography. His brother, meanwhile, has been reportedly charged with one count of sexual assault, two counts of rape, and three counts of arranging or facilitating trafficking for sexual exploitation. According to reports, the alleged offences took place between July 2010 and August 2017. Also Read: Ben Affleck's AI company fetches $587 million in Netflix acquisition: Report Announcing the decision, Malcolm McHaffie, Head of the Special Crime Division at the Crown Prosecution Service, said, "We have decided to prosecute Andrew and Tristan Tate for further offences including rape, arranging or facilitating trafficking for sexual exploitation and offences relating to indecent images of a child," as quoted by Sky News. Also Read: The Odyssey BO collection Day 1: Nolan's epic earns THIS much in India He added, "These charging decisions followed receipt of a further file of evidence from Bedfordshire Police and bring the total number of alleged victims in this case to seven." The CPS has also reportedly confirmed that it has formally requested the brothers' extradition from the United States, where they are expected to undergo legal proceedings. As per reports, Bedfordshire Police said investigators from its Major Crime Unit have continued working with the CPS and international law enforcement agencies as part of what officials described as a complex investigation. Also Read: Paramount-Warner Bros merger: Court hears multi-state challenge Tate brothers past cases Andrew and Tristan Tate, who are dual British and US citizens, have previously rejected all allegations against them. Additionally, the brothers are also facing separate legal proceedings in Romania, since their arrest in 2022 on allegations including human trafficking and rape. However, they have denied all the accusations.

Influencers Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan Tate have been arrested in Miami following British authorities' request for their extradition. There are multiple charges against them.&nbsp;

Andrew Tate, Tristan Tate arrested in Miami after UK files new rape and trafficking charges

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Self-proclaimed internet personality Andrew Tate was grilled on the internet after he made remarks about Indians on the internet. He said that Indians do not follow the law except in Dubai. He made the post on Tuesday (Dec 2), out of nowhere. "You're going to live amongst Indians if you live in Canada. You're going to live amongst Indians if you live in USA..., England....., Dubai. But Dubai is the only place they respect the law," Tate wrote.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-1-200-to-each-affected-house-38-5-million-for-residents-aid-hong-kong-govt-after-building-fire-kills-55-leaves-hundreds-homeless-1764243371424">‘$1,200 to each affected house, $38.5 million for residents’ aid’: Hong Kong govt after building fire kills 55, leaves hundreds homeless</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Youre going to live amongst Indians if you live in Canada. Youre going to live amongst Indians if you live in USA. Youre going to live amongst Indians if you live in England. Youre going to live amongst Indians if you live in Dubai. But Dubai is the only place they respect…&mdash; Andrew Tate (@Cobratate) <a href="https://twitter.com/Cobratate/status/1995814484368408664?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

After this, the internet reminded Tate to see what authority he holds to say what he said.&nbsp;"Facing criminal charges in three countries and preaching about respecting law," said one X user.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-1-200-to-each-affected-house-38-5-million-for-residents-aid-hong-kong-govt-after-building-fire-kills-55-leaves-hundreds-homeless-1764243371424">‘$1,200 to each affected house, $38.5 million for residents’ aid’: Hong Kong govt after building fire kills 55, leaves hundreds homeless</a>&nbsp;"The world literally runs on Indian doctors, Indian engineers, Indian founders, Indian scientist, Indian developers while you sit online performing you circus act," reminded another.&nbsp;"Rather live amongst Indians than live with your hairline," remarked one internet user.Meanwhile, another wrote, "Maybe if you followed the law as well as Indians do, you wouldn't be stuck in Romania facing human trafficking charges right now. Sit this one out, prisoner."&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-white-house-has-recieved-report-on-macron-s-plan-to-assassinate-me-candace-owens-another-big-claim-as-her-show-goes-off-air-1764165691510">‘White House has received report on Macron’s plan to assassinate me’: Candace Owens’ ANOTHER BIG CLAIM as her show goes off air</a>&nbsp;

Self-proclaimed internet personality Andrew Tate was grilled on the internet after he made remarks about Indians on the internet.

Self-proclaimed internet personality Andrew Tate was grilled on the internet after he made remarks about Indians on the internet. He said that Indians do not follow the law except in Dubai. He made the post on Tuesday (Dec 2), out of nowhere. "You're going to live amongst Indians if you live in Canada. You're going to live amongst Indians if you live in USA..., England....., Dubai. But Dubai is the only place they respect the law," Tate wrote. Also read: ‘$1,200 to each affected house, $38.5 million for residents’ aid’: Hong Kong govt after building fire kills 55, leaves hundreds homeless

Self-proclaimed internet personality Andrew Tate was grilled on the internet after he made remarks about Indians on the internet.

'Dubai is only place Indians respect law', says Andrew Tate. Internet reminds him he’s on wanted list of 3 nations

The police in the United Kingdom said on Friday that they have seized a whopping £180,000 ($240,000) deposit that influencer Andrew Tate had placed on an Aston Martin supercar. The action was taken over allegations that they didn't pay taxes and were allegedly involved&nbsp;in money laundering.&nbsp;The police had already seized&nbsp;£2.7 million from Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan Tate in December 2024. This amount will be added to the pot.&nbsp;Devon and Cornwall police in southwest England last year won a legal bid to seize the deposit. It was paid by Andrew Tate in July 2021 through a cryptocurrency account.&nbsp;Half of the money would be used for good causes and the remaining for public services. The Tate brothers have not opposed the police's decision.&nbsp;The police statement said that the court was told that the money used to pay the deposit for the car was linked to the proceeds of tax and VAT evasion. It was also linked to money laundering, it added.&nbsp;Judge Paul Goldspring, hearing a civil fraud case last year, said the influencer brothers had engaged in long-standing conduct to evade their taxes. The duo has millions of followers on social media.&nbsp;Andrew Tate often boasts online about his multi-million-dollar supercar collection, which forms a key part of his persona promoting toxic masculinity and hustle culture. He claims to own at least 93 crores.&nbsp;He lives in Romania. He started a webcam business there. He later became a reality TV star in the UK. He is known for promoting divisive and misogynistic&nbsp;views on social media.&nbsp;In Romania, they face allegations of sexual intercourse with a minor and money laundering. They also face allegations of trafficking minors. They also face rape and assault allegations in separate cases in Britain. They have British-US nationality. They deny all these allegations.

The police in the United Kingdom said on Friday that they have seized a whopping £180,000 ($240,000) deposit that influencer Andrew Tate had placed on an Aston Martin supercar. The action was taken over allegations that they didn't pay taxes and were allegedly involved in money laundering.

The police in the United Kingdom said on Friday that they have seized a whopping £180,000 ($240,000) deposit that influencer Andrew Tate had placed on an Aston Martin supercar. The action was taken over allegations that they didn't pay taxes and were allegedly involved in money laundering. The police had already seized £2.7 million from Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan Tate in December 2024. This amount will be added to the pot. Devon and Cornwall police in southwest England last year won a legal bid to seize the deposit. It was paid by Andrew Tate in July 2021 through a cryptocurrency account. Half of the money would be used for good causes and the remaining for public services. The Tate brothers have not opposed the police's decision. The police statement said that the court was told that the money used to pay the deposit for the car was linked to the proceeds of tax and VAT evasion. It was also linked to money laundering, it added. Judge Paul Goldspring, hearing a civil fraud case last year, said the influencer brothers had engaged in long-standing conduct to evade their taxes. The duo has millions of followers on social media. Andrew Tate often boasts online about his multi-million-dollar supercar collection, which forms a key part of his persona promoting toxic masculinity and hustle culture. He claims to own at least 93 crores. He lives in Romania. He started a webcam business there. He later became a reality TV star in the UK. He is known for promoting divisive and misogynistic views on social media. In Romania, they face allegations of sexual intercourse with a minor and money laundering. They also face allegations of trafficking minors. They also face rape and assault allegations in separate cases in Britain. They have British-US nationality. They deny all these allegations.

Action against Andrew Tate: The police had already seized&nbsp;£2.7 million from Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan Tate.

Andrew Tate's $240,000 deposit on Aston Marin seized by UK police. Here's why

Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan, as per reports, will be moved to house arrest on Friday evening. The shift comes as a Romanian court overturned the prosecutor's request to extend Tate's police custody till late April. Talking to Reuters, Tate's lawyer Eugen Constantin Vidineac disclosed that "the judges from the appeal court in Bucharest admitted our appeal and rejected the proposal of the prosecutors to extend the warrant and changed the measure to home arrest for all the defendants."

The two brothers — Andrew Tate, 36, and Tristan Tate, 34 — were arrested in late December and have been held in pre-trial detention since then.&nbsp;

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Previous rulings had branded the brothers a flight risk and said that their release could jeopardise the investigation.

They were arrested along with two Romanian women, for allegedly "forming an organised criminal group, human trafficking and rape".

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Their detention was again extended last week, however an appeals court, as per AFP, "rejected the prosecution's proposal to extend the pre-trial detention."

Earlier this week, the appeals court had rejected Tate's appeal to be released on bail.&nbsp;

Ramona Bolla, a spokesperson for Romania's DIICOT anti-organised crime unit told Reuters: "All four are getting out tonight."&nbsp;

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"The decision is final, the investigation continues," he added.

Charges against the four suspects have been filed under Romanian legislation, however the case is yet to go to trial and is still under investigation. The Tate brothers have been accused of seducing their alleged victims by promises of relationship or marriage; only to get coerced into producing pornographic content for social media sites that generated large financial gain.

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Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan, as per reports, will be moved to house arrest on Friday evening. The shift comes as a Romanian court overturned the prosecutor's request to extend Tate's police custody till late April.

Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan, as per reports, will be moved to house arrest on Friday evening. The shift comes as a Romanian court overturned the prosecutor's request to extend Tate's police custody till late April. Talking to Reuters, Tate's lawyer Eugen Constantin Vidineac disclosed that "the judges from the appeal court in Bucharest admitted our appeal and rejected the proposal of the prosecutors to extend the warrant and changed the measure to home arrest for all the defendants." The two brothers — Andrew Tate, 36, and Tristan Tate, 34 — were arrested in late December and have been held in pre-trial detention since then. Watch | Andrew Tate and the rise of the ‘Manosphere’ | Untangled Previous rulings had branded the brothers a flight risk and said that their release could jeopardise the investigation. They were arrested along with two Romanian women, for allegedly "forming an organised criminal group, human trafficking and rape". Also read | Ex-kickboxer Andrew Tate trafficked and sexually exploited several women, allege prosecutors Their detention was again extended last week, however an appeals court, as per AFP, "rejected the prosecution's proposal to extend the pre-trial detention." Earlier this week, the appeals court had rejected Tate's appeal to be released on bail. Ramona Bolla, a spokesperson for Romania's DIICOT anti-organised crime unit told Reuters: "All four are getting out tonight." Also read | Romanian court extends controversial influencer Andrew Tate's detention by 30 days "The decision is final, the investigation continues," he added. Charges against the four suspects have been filed under Romanian legislation, however the case is yet to go to trial and is still under investigation. The Tate brothers have been accused of seducing their alleged victims by promises of relationship or marriage; only to get coerced into producing pornographic content for social media sites that generated large financial gain. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Controversial social media influencer Andrew Tate, brother released from jail, put in house arrest

The controversial social media influencer, Andrew Tate, was sent to a detention centre for 30 days by the Romanian court a day after he was arrested in connection with human trafficking, rape and forming an organised crime syndicate.&nbsp;The former professional kickboxer was arrested along with&nbsp;his brother and two other suspects on Thursday following a raid at their luxury villa in Bucharest.

On Friday, prosecutors sought to extend their detention, following which the court agreed. He was earlier detained for 24 hours.

Shortly after the court’s decision, Tate's lawyer Eugen Constantin Vidineac told reporters, "From our perspective, there are no grounds... for taking this most drastic preventive measure, but it is the judge's prerogative."

Romania's Directorate for Investigating Organized Crime and Terrorism issued a statement on Thursday night that Tate, his brother and others are suspected of being part of a human trafficking group.

The statement said six people who were allegedly "sexually exploited" by the "organised criminal group" have been identified.

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Without mentioning the Tate brothers, police claimed that the victims were "recruited" by British citizens, who they said had misrepresented their intention to enter into a relationship with the victims. The police called it "the loverboy method", reported BBC.

It was further alleged that the victims were forced to perform in pornographic content under threat of violence.

Tate, once a successful kickboxer, gained notoriety for misogynistic comments and hate speech. He has made statements blaming women for rape and claiming that they belong to men.

Though mostly shunned in major social media handles, Tate is active on TikTok and his Twitter account was restored once Elon Musk took over.

Most of his posts on TikTok pertains to promotional videos of his ultra-masculine, luxurious lifestyle, which garner massive online following, mostly young men.

He has often appeared in videos with expensive sports cars, on private jets and on exotic holidays.

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The controversial social media influencer, Andrew Tate, was sent to a detention centre for 30 days by the Romanian court a day after he was arrested in connection with human trafficking, rape and forming an organised crime syndicate.

The controversial social media influencer, Andrew Tate, was sent to a detention centre for 30 days by the Romanian court a day after he was arrested in connection with human trafficking, rape and forming an organised crime syndicate. The former professional kickboxer was arrested along with his brother and two other suspects on Thursday following a raid at their luxury villa in Bucharest. On Friday, prosecutors sought to extend their detention, following which the court agreed. He was earlier detained for 24 hours. Shortly after the court’s decision, Tate's lawyer Eugen Constantin Vidineac told reporters, "From our perspective, there are no grounds... for taking this most drastic preventive measure, but it is the judge's prerogative." Romania's Directorate for Investigating Organized Crime and Terrorism issued a statement on Thursday night that Tate, his brother and others are suspected of being part of a human trafficking group. The statement said six people who were allegedly "sexually exploited" by the "organised criminal group" have been identified. Romania detains ex-boxer Andrew Tate over human trafficking case Without mentioning the Tate brothers, police claimed that the victims were "recruited" by British citizens, who they said had misrepresented their intention to enter into a relationship with the victims. The police called it "the loverboy method", reported BBC. It was further alleged that the victims were forced to perform in pornographic content under threat of violence. Tate, once a successful kickboxer, gained notoriety for misogynistic comments and hate speech. He has made statements blaming women for rape and claiming that they belong to men. Though mostly shunned in major social media handles, Tate is active on TikTok and his Twitter account was restored once Elon Musk took over. Most of his posts on TikTok pertains to promotional videos of his ultra-masculine, luxurious lifestyle, which garner massive online following, mostly young men. He has often appeared in videos with expensive sports cars, on private jets and on exotic holidays. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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