In a surprising development, Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan were reportedly seen leaving Romania early this morning.
Sources from Bucharest indicated that the brothers departed from Baneasa Airport around 5 AM local time (3 AM UK time), boarding a private jet.
The two are believed to be heading toward Florida, USA.
Pressure from the Trump Administration
This departure comes after significant pressure from officials within the Trump administration earlier this month.
They reportedly urged Romanian authorities to lift travel restrictions on the Tate brothers.
These restrictions had been imposed due to the criminal charges they face in Romania.
The brothers, who hold both US and UK citizenship, were arrested in 2022 on serious charges including human trafficking, sexual misconduct, money laundering, and being part of an organized crime group.
They have consistently denied any wrongdoing.
Diplomatic Intervention
The US government raised the issue with Romanian officials in early February, following up with a meeting between Richard Grenell, Trump’s special envoy, and the Romanian foreign minister.
According to sources, a formal request was made to return the brothers’ passports so they could travel while awaiting the outcome of their court case.
Since their arrest in 2022, the brothers have faced multiple restrictions, including spending three months in police detention, being placed under house arrest, and being prevented from leaving Romania.
Ongoing Legal Battles and Extradition Concerns
The Tate brothers also face charges in the UK, including rape and human trafficking.
A Romanian court has already ruled that they can be extradited to Britain once a final decision is made regarding their case in Romania.
Despite the serious allegations against them, the brothers remain committed to their legal defense.
In a statement, they reaffirmed their dedication to working with their legal team to explore every possible legal avenue within Romania’s judicial system.
They emphasized that their goal is to ensure due process is followed and to prove their innocence in court.
Mixed Reactions to the US Involvement
While the brothers’ legal team is focused on their defense, the involvement of the Trump administration has sparked controversy.
Richard Grenell denied any substantial discussions with Romanian officials at the Munich Security Conference but made it clear that he publicly supports the Tate brothers.
On the other hand, Romania’s Prime Minister, Marcel Ciolacu, denied claims of any pressure being applied by the Trump administration to lift the travel restrictions.
Victims’ Distress Over the Situation
The alleged victims of Andrew Tate have expressed deep distress over the political maneuvering surrounding his case.
Matthew Jury, a lawyer representing four of the women accusing Tate, shared their emotional response to the news.
He described the victims as “absolutely distraught,” given the gravity of the alleged crimes Tate faces.
The victims were reportedly shocked and traumatized by the actions of the Trump administration, as they had hoped the legal system would act impartially, without outside interference.