MIAMI: A federal judge in Miami has postponed a hearing over whether social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate should remain in custody as they fight extradition to the United Kingdom, where the brothers are accused of rape and sex trafficking. US Magistrate Lauren Louis had been scheduled to hear arguments from both sides on Thursday before determining if the brothers, who have repeatedly denied wrongdoing, should stay in jail or be released during what could be a monthslong extradition process. Louis granted a defense request to move the hearing to Aug. 27.

Prosecutors want social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate to remain in federal custody. They arguing that the brothers are a flight risk and a danger to the community.

Prosecutors argue the Tate brothers should remain in custody as they fight extradition to the UK over serious criminal charges.