Kanye West Banned from Entering Australia for Controversial Song, Confirms Tony Burke
Kanye West, the US rapper, has been denied entry to Australia due to his song referencing Adolf Hitler, which has been banned on major music platforms. The home affairs minister, Tony Burke, revealed the visa revocation during an interview, citing concerns over offensive comments made by Ye.
The US rapper and artist Kanye West, now known as Ye, has been barred from traveling to Australia due to his controversial song 'Heil Hitler', which has been banned on major music platforms like Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube.
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke revealed that the government revoked West's visa after the release of the song in May. Burke mentioned this during an interview, where he discussed visa cancellations for individuals making controversial statements.
Burke stated that West, who has family ties to Australia, had made offensive comments that led to the cancellation of his visa. The government aims to protect the community from individuals engaging in harmful activities.
When asked about the sustainability of the ban for international concerts, Burke emphasized the importance of not promoting hatred through visa approvals.
The Home Affairs Department spokesperson highlighted the need for non-citizens to meet character requirements when traveling to Australia, emphasizing the government's commitment to safeguarding the community.
According to the source: The Guardian.
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