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Court Junks Andrew Tate's Lawsuit Against Meta After He Was Banned from Instagram Over Hate Speech

Andrew Tate, a former kickboxer turned controversial online influencer, gained notoriety for his misogynistic views and lavish lifestyle, despite facing legal challenges. (Credit: X)

A US federal court has dismissed a lawsuit brought by influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan Tate against Meta Platforms Inc over the removal of their Instagram accounts in California, according to a ruling issued on Tuesday in the Northern District of California in April 2026.

The court rejected the brothers' claims tied to the Instagram ban over alleged hate speech, finding that Meta was legally protected in its decision to take down the accounts.

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