From Radio NZ…
The decision to allow a conservative American commentator into the country has been as divisive as the initial ban.
On Thursday, Associate Immigration Minister Chris Penk overturned Immigration New Zealand’s ban on Candace Owens entering.
Known for her controversial views – such as downplaying the Holocaust and claiming Muslims started slavery – Owens was barred from visiting Australia in October after announcing a speaking tour there.
That ban meant she was then denied a visa to come to New Zealand.
Chris Penk declined an interview with RNZ, but in a statement said that Owens had requested ministerial intervention.
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