Candace Owens, a controversial right-wing commentator, has been denied entry into Australia due to concerns that her presence could incite violence or radical actions. The country’s High Court upheld this decision based on the Migration Act’s “character test,” which states that individuals who may cause strife or dissension harmful to the community can be denied a visa.
Owens, known for her inflammatory remarks and denial of Nazi atrocities during World War II, has faced similar visa rejections in the past. Her rhetoric, including derogatory comments about LGBTQ+ individuals and false claims about public figures like Brigitte Macron, has been deemed potentially harmful.
Despite being granted a visa to New Zealand after a ministerial intervention, Owens has once again been denied entry to Australia following an appeal. The High Court ruled that her presence could lead to increased hostility and radical actions, upholding concerns about potential harm to the community.
Owens argued that the visa rejection infringed on her right to free speech, but the court found that denying visas to individuals who could incite discord or strife is necessary to protect the community. Judges emphasized the importance of preventing actions that could be harmful to society or specific segments of the population.
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