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Australia Bans Candace Owens Over Antisemitic Remarks Ahead of Speaking Tour

Oct 27, 2024, 08:13 AM

Candace Owens, a right-wing American commentator, has been banned from entering Australia. The decision was confirmed by Immigration Minister Tony Burke, who cited Owens' history of antisemitic, anti-Muslim, and transphobic comments as the reason for the visa cancellation. Burke stated that Owens' presence could incite discord and that Australia's national interest is best served by keeping her out of the country. This move comes ahead of Owens' planned speaking tour in Australia, which included events in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide. The ban has been linked to intense lobbying by the Zionist Federation of Australia. The federal Labor government aims to lower the temperature on domestic protests about the Middle East. Owens is also known for her alignment with Donald Trump.