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Published: June 2, 2024
The British Independent newspaper reported that the conviction of former U.S. President Donald Trump for a felony means he is barred from entering a number of countries, including Canada and the United Kingdom.
The newspaper explained that Trump was convicted last Thursday on 34 charges related to falsifying records in an attempt to silence porn star Stormy Daniels about an affair that took place in the 2000s.
The paper considered that this means some of the freedoms Trump once enjoyed may be out of reach – and it could have serious implications for his ability to carry out presidential duties, including travel to foreign countries.
The Independent noted that nearly 40 countries - including Canada and the United Kingdom - have strict policies when it comes to allowing individuals with criminal records to cross their borders, and unless there are special exemptions, Trump will be subject to the same standards. It is unclear whether he would be allowed to visit if he wins the presidential election in November, as he would still be a criminal.
The newspaper stated that only five out of 37 countries can now prevent Trump from entering after he became a criminal, namely Israel, where Israel retains the right to refuse entry to anyone with a criminal record, including felonies.
The paper also cited Canada as a country that could prevent him, and according to the tourism center of the Canadian government, any "American citizen or permanent resident with a criminal conviction in their criminal record may be considered inadmissible to Canada for immigration purposes, even if they are coming to Canada just for a visit."
In third place is Japan, followed by the United Kingdom and finally China.
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