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Tate brothers will fight extradition to the UK. But the law makes it difficult to win
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Ed White, Associated Press , KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 20, 2026
· 3 min read
Any extradition of Andrew and Tristan Tate from the U.S. to the United Kingdom would ultimately rest with the State Department, but only after a judge determines whether the request complies with the law and a treaty between the countries. The U.S. has agreed since 2020 to send more than 20 peopl...
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Key takeaway has agreed since 2020 to send more than 20 people wanted in the U.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The extradition battle of the Tate brothers will be closely watched in San Antonio, where the community has a vested interest in understanding the intricacies of international law and its implications on local residents. As the process unfolds, it will be crucial to examine how the State Department's decision will be influenced by the treaty between the US and the UK, and how this might set a precedent for future extradition cases involving San Antonio residents. The fact that the US has agreed to send over 20 people to the UK since 2020 on various criminal charges suggests a pattern of cooperation between the two countries, which could impact the outcome of the Tate brothers' case. As the case moves forward, San Antonio residents can expect a lengthy and complex process, with possible appeals that could last several years, ultimately culminating in a decision by the US Secretary of State.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Any extradition of Andrew and Tristan Tate from the U.S. to the United Kingdom would ultimately rest with the State Department, but only after a judge determines whether the request complies with the law and a treaty between the countries. The U.S. has agreed since 2020 to send more than 20 peopl...
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