Florida Just Turned on the Tate Brothers
DeSantis’ state is leading the charge—but is this really about justice?
Andrew and Tristan Tate thought they had won.
After months of house arrest in Romania on charges of human trafficking, rape, and organized crime, the former kickboxer-turned-misogynist-influencer and his brother walked free. Their travel restrictions were lifted, their assets were unfrozen, and they boarded a plane to Florida.
But just days after their arrival, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier launched a criminal investigation into the Tate brothers.
Florida—the state that ignored sex trafficking allegations against Matt Gaetz.
Florida—the state where Trump’s allies lobbied for the Tates to return.
Florida—the state where Epstein operated for years.
So what changed?
What made Ron DeSantis’ Florida suddenly decide the Tate brothers were a problem?
And does this investigation mean justice is finally coming… or is it just another move in a much bigger game?
See our coverage of the rise of misogyny here:
The Tate Brothers: Released, But Not Cleared
Despite what their supporters claim, the Tate brothers were never exonerated.
They were charged with human trafficking, rape, and organized crime in Romania.
The case remains open. Romanian prosecutors are still pursuing them.
Their travel ban was lifted, and their assets were unfrozen right before they left for Florida.
They’re expected to return to Romania by the end of March. But they’re free in Florida right now, just in time for Spring Break.
And suddenly, Florida’s Attorney General is on the case.
Why Was Florida Ready to Investigate So Fast?
The speed of Florida’s response is unusual.
The Tate brothers landed in Florida, and almost immediately, the state’s top law enforcement official opened a criminal probe.
But how?
If they didn’t see this coming, there should have been a delay: time to gather evidence, get subpoenas, and build a case.
If they did see this coming, why wasn’t it stopped at the airport?
This raises two possibilities:
1️⃣ Florida’s Attorney General knew the Tates were coming before the public did. But why?
2️⃣ DeSantis was caught off guard, making him an easy scapegoat if the case falls apart.
Either way, this wasn’t just a spontaneous decision.
Trump’s Team Helped the Tates. Now Florida Wants Them Gone?
The contradictions don’t stop at DeSantis.
Trump’s former ambassador, Richard Grenell, lobbied Romanian officials to let the Tates travel.
Andrew Tate has publicly praised Trump, calling him “the future of the Western world.”
Trump denied involvement, but his people clearly worked in the Tates’ favor.
So why are Trump-aligned figures helping them one day, and Florida (a Trump-aligned state) is investigating them the next?
Either DeSantis and Trump aren’t on the same page, or the goal was never to protect the Tates in the first place.
See our coverage of Trump’s allies leaning on prosecutors to shut down cases here:
Pam Bondi’s Epstein Files Flop And the Tate Distraction
Here’s where it gets even weirder.
On February 27, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the long-awaited release of the Epstein files.
The files were heavily redacted and revealed nothing new, causing outrage, especially among right-wing influencers who expected bombshells.
That same day, the Tate brothers arrived in Florida.
Bondi had to have known the Epstein files were empty before she released them. She’s the former Florida Attorney General (guh, why does it all come back to Florida??), and undoubtedly, professional curiosity would have led her to flip through the pages before she handed her nifty binders out.
So why hype them up only to feign surprise when they were a bust?
And why, just as right-wing media was turning on her for the failed Epstein drop, did the Tate brothers’ arrival suddenly become the new controversy?
Was this a coordinated distraction?
See Tony’s take on the Epstein Files release here:
The Hidden U.S. Strategy: Bait, Trap, or Escape Plan?
The way the U.S. has handled the Tate brothers doesn’t add up.
If they really wanted to prosecute the Tates, why not extradite them?
If they really had a case, why were the Tates’ assets unfrozen before they left Romania?
If they were always planning to charge the Tates, why let them walk freely into Florida instead of stopping them at the airport?
Here’s what makes sense:
1️⃣ The U.S. government knew extradition would be a battle.
So, they let them in voluntarily by making it seem safe with unfrozen assets and no restrictions.
If they can convict them here, they win.
2️⃣ If the case falls apart, they can blame Florida.
“We never planned this. Florida’s AG acted independently.”
DeSantis or his AG becomes the scapegoat, shielding the feds from any failure.
Either way, the U.S. controls the narrative.
DeSantis: Set Up or In On It?
If DeSantis was blindsided by this, it makes him an even better scapegoat.
If this case goes nowhere, it’s his problem.
If this case turns into a circus, his AG takes the fall.
But if he knew it was coming, why wasn’t he ready? His quick speech saying the Tates aren’t welcome in Florida suggests he was blindsided, but why say anything at all? It’s not like DeSantis is known for being tough on sex trafficking.
Was this a political power move against him?
Or was he just too slow to react?
So What’s the Endgame?
Right now, there are three ways this plays out:
The U.S. prosecutes the Tates and claims victory.
They say this was always the plan—that letting the Tates in was a strategic move.
The Tates go down, and the U.S. looks strong on human trafficking.
The case collapses, and someone takes the blame.
The U.S. denies involvement and lets Florida take the fall.
The Tates walk away again; this was just another political spectacle.
The case is undermined and goes nowhere.
Whoever is in charge leans on the powers that be and keeps the Florida case from playing out.
The Tates finish out their trip in the US and then:
Return to Romania for further prosecution.
Are extradited by the U.K. for charges there.
Are permitted to remain in the US safe from prosecution.
Take their considerable assets and find a new place to set up shop.
Either way, someone is being played here.
The Big Question No One’s Asking
The Epstein files release went nowhere.
The Tate brothers’ arrival became a spectacle.
So, was this always about the Tates?
Or was this about making sure no one keeps asking about Epstein?
Because right now, the public isn’t demanding more Epstein files.
They’re talking about Andrew Tate.
And that means, for someone out there, this worked perfectly.
Meanwhile, two alleged sex traffickers are roaming free in Florida—just in time for Spring Break.
This all stinks.
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Bibliography & Sources
The Guardian: "Florida attorney general opens criminal investigation into Andrew Tate and brother" (March 4, 2025)
AP News: "The Florida attorney general’s office is investigating Andrew and Tristan Tate"(March 4, 2025)
Forbes: "Andrew Tate And Tristan Tate Land In Florida After Their Travel Ban Is Lifted—Though DeSantis Says They’re Not Welcome” (February 27, 2025)
CBS News: “Matt Gaetz trip to Bahamas is part of federal probe into sex trafficking, sources say” (April 8, 2021)
The Independent: "Trump allies helped the Tates leave Romania"
United States Department of Justice Office of Public Affairs: “Attorney General Pamela Bondi Releases First Phase of Declassified Epstein Files” (February 27, 2025)
The Independent: “Attorney General Pam Bondi insists more Jeffrey Epstein files are being released – despite disastrous ‘phase 1’” (March 3, 2025)
NPR: “DOJ releases Epstein files, accuses FBI of withholding more” (February 28, 2025)
Nothing Changed. It’s just that Florida MAGA doesn’t want Sex Trafficking allegations all over their brand.
To the ones who voted for this jackass, we know who and what you are.
You cast your vote for the one you knew hated the people you hate just as much as you do. You trusted that he would find a way to oppress and marginalize them even more. Put a foot on their neck if you will. You have the misguided belief that this is your land and that your ancestors built it. A few facts (in not particular order) that might come as a shock to you but sooner or later the truth will prevail.
•This land was inhabited before colonization
•This land belongs to the indigenous peoples
•Britain sent its criminals to America to work and populate the land (your ancestors may indeed be criminals or prostitutes)
•The race receiving most government assistance is White
The imbecile in the White House is attempting to make citizens believe that we are victims - the past administrations have defrauded us, and he is portraying himself as the hero who would save you. You’re probably too stupid to realize that your hatred and fear are walking us all down a path to destruction. How does it feel? For a few hours he took away your food stamps and you were crying bloody murder. Is it worth it? And trust me, this is the tip of the iceberg if the fucking Orange SHitler isn’t stopped. Some of us are actually educated as well as being free and independent thinkers. This isn’t a new playbook. It’s a NAZI playbook .. and Orangina is following it verbatim et literatim..
The Nazis wanted Germans to support the Nazi dictatorship and believe in Nazi ideas. To accomplish this goal, they tried to control forms of communication through censorship and propaganda. This included control of newspapers, magazines, books, art, theater, music, movies, and radio. Germans were reminded of the struggle against foreign enemies and Jewish subversion. During periods preceding legislation or executive measures against Jews, propaganda campaigns created an atmosphere tolerant of violence against Jews, particularly in 1935 (before the Nuremberg Race Laws of September) and in 1938 (prior to the barrage of antisemitic economic legislation following Kristallnacht). Propaganda also encouraged passivity and acceptance of the impending measures against Jews, as these appeared to depict the Nazi government as stepping in and “restoring order.”
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A quick google search reveals all.
You stupid cunts have opened a Pandora’s box! You fucking traitors!