The Trump administration reportedly pressured Romania to ease travel restrictions on Andrew and Tristan Tate, who face serious charges, including human trafficking and rape, according to The Financial Times. Currently under judicial control in Romania, the brothers are permitted to travel domestically under strict legal conditions.
U.S. officials, including former envoy Richard Grenell, allegedly urged Romanian authorities to return their passports. Grenell, a vocal supporter of the Tates, criticized USAID programs targeting them. Andrew Tate accused U.S. and European governments of involvement in their detention, vowing to expose alleged corruption.
The brothers also face rape and trafficking charges in the UK, with an extradition request pending. The case has drawn global attention, raising questions about diplomatic influence and legal accountability. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.