Trump Plans Alcatraz Reopening for Violent Offenders

Former President Donald Trump announced plans to rebuild and reopen Alcatraz prison as a symbol of law and order, proposing that the facility be expanded to house America's most violent and ruthless offenders. He directed several federal agencies, including the Department of Justice, Bureau of Prisons, FBI, and Homeland Security, to collaborate on the project, citing concerns about rising crime and the need for a tougher approach. Trump described the move as a return to a time when America dealt more decisively with its most dangerous criminals. The original Alcatraz was closed in 1963 due to high operational costs and has since become a major tourist attraction. The proposal has drawn criticism from political opponents like Nancy Pelosi, who dismissed the idea as impractical given the site's current status and historical significance. The plan has ignited debate over its feasibility and symbolic value in the current era.