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Capitol Rioter Seeks Asylum in Canada

CNS™ Season 1 Episode 14

 Is The Canadian Immigration System Fair? An American citizen, Antony Vo, who participated in the January 6th, 2021 US Capitol riot and is now seeking asylum in Canada to avoid serving a jail sentence. The case highlights the potential for other individuals facing legal consequences in the US, including those targeted by potential mass deportations, to seek refuge in Canada. This could lead to an increased influx of asylum seekers, presenting challenges for the Canadian immigration system.