Candace Owens Loses High Court Appeal Over Australian Visa Ban
The High Court found Australia’s freedom of speech right did not apply in this case.
Conservative political commentator Candace Owens speaks during an event held by national conservative political movement 'Turning Point', in Detroit, Michigan, U.S., June, 14, 2024. REUTERS/Rebecca Cook
Commentator Candace Owens has lost her appeal in the High Court of Australia over a decision to deny her a visa to enter the country.
The unanimous finding found the decision by Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke did not infringe Owens’ implied freedom of political communication under the Australian Constitution.
Rex Widerstrom
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Rex Widerstrom is a New Zealand-based reporter with over 40 years of experience in media, including radio and print. He is currently a presenter for Hutt Radio.
