Controversial social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan have left Romania and are en route to the United States after their travel ban was lifted. The brothers, who had been under house arrest for the past three years, are facing trials on allegations of rape, trafficking minors, and money laundering, all of which they deny.
Their departure follows lobbying efforts by the Trump administration, which reportedly pressured Romanian authorities to ease constraints. Tate, who boasts over 10 million followers, is a vocal supporter of former U.S. President Donald Trump.
In the early hours of the morning, the brothers boarded a private jet at Vanessa Airport, with their destination set for Fort Lauderdale, Florida. According to airport sources, local authorities confirmed that prosecutors had approved their request to leave the country.
The case against the Tates was discussed with U.S. officials earlier this month, as confirmed by Romania’s foreign minister. Several prominent Trump allies, including Donald Trump Jr., have spoken out against their treatment. “I think people like Trump and Musk will protect people like Tate,” he stated.
Tate himself expressed excitement about Trump’s potential return to power, declaring, “Donald Trump is the future of the Western world. Everybody knows it, and everybody needs to get in line and obey him.”
Meanwhile, the four women who accused Andrew Tate of sexual assault released a joint statement expressing shock and disbelief at the news of the brothers’ release. Despite their departure, the Tates remain under investigation in Romania, with the case still active. They are expected to return in March under judicial supervision.
Their release has been celebrated by supporters, but it remains a highly contentious issue.
