Australia Denies Visa to Controversial Commentator Candace Owens
Immigration Minister cites Owens' potential to incite discord as the reason for blocking her planned speaking tour.
- Candace Owens, known for her controversial views, has been blocked from entering Australia by Immigration Minister Tony Burke.
- The decision was influenced by Owens' history of inflammatory remarks about Jewish, Muslim, and transgender communities.
- Jewish advocacy groups welcomed the visa cancellation, citing Owens' comments as a form of Holocaust denial and antisemitism.
- Owens' tour was scheduled to include events in major Australian cities, with tickets ranging from $95 to $1,500 for VIP packages.
- Owens has not yet publicly responded to the visa denial, and her management has not commented on the situation.