Andrew Tate shows no signs of retreat in Florida, despite Governor Ron DeSantis’s clear indication that he is not welcome there. Just days after DeSantis announced plans to investigate Tate and his brother Tristan, the polarizing internet personality took center stage at a prominent boxing event.
On Saturday night, Tate was paid a staggering $1 million to commentate at Adin Ross’ boxing livestream in Miami. His attendance followed a challenge to Florida authorities, where he urged them to arrest him so he could confront his legal issues head-on. Thus far, the state has not responded to his provocations, and DeSantis has opted for silence regarding Tate’s antics.
Last week, I directed my office to work with our law enforcement partners to conduct a preliminary inquiry into Andrew and Tristan Tate.
Based on a thorough review of the evidence, I’ve directed the Office of Statewide Prosecution to execute search warrants and issue subpoenas…
— Attorney General James Uthmeier (@AGJamesUthmeier) March 4, 2025
Fans React As Andrew Tate Cashes In
Tate’s participation in the boxing event sent ripples through social media. Supporters lauded his knack for monetizing controversy, while critics condemned the decision to have him featured at an event amidst his ongoing legal challenges.
Some observers pointed out the ethical implications of granting Tate a significant platform, given his serious sex trafficking allegations in Romania. Nonetheless, others viewed this as testament to Tate’s resilience and continual presence in public discourse.
“What an absolute waste of time and tax payers money.” one user remarked on X (previously known as Twitter).
What an absolute waste of time and tax payers money.
— AJ 🇺🇸 (@AjApplegoose) March 4, 2025
Another user simply declared it a call to action: “Lock them up”, advocating for accountability.
Lock them up!
— Art Candee 🍿🥤 (@ArtCandee) March 5, 2025
In a twist, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has confirmed that an investigation into the Tate brothers is underway, though specific details about the inquiry remain confidential. As of now, it remains uncertain whether actions will be taken against them while they are still in the United States.
As Tate continues to be a divisive topic in the media, DeSantis finds himself under increasing pressure to address the situation. The response from the governor, whether to intensify his stance or maintain his current silence, is yet to be determined. For the moment, Tate seems to be thriving in Florida, transforming controversy into profit as the state grapples with its next steps.
