President Donald Trump announced his intention to reopen and expand the former Alcatraz prison, located on an island off the coast of California. The idea is to house the most dangerous criminals in the country in this iconic institution. The proposal arises amid a context in which Trump has emphasized security issues and suggested sending criminals, including American citizens, to foreign prisons.
This prison, also known as The Rock, is located on a small island in San Francisco Bay, California. It operated for 29 years and housed famous criminals like Al Capone, James “Whitey” Bulger, and others. It was noted for being considered one of the most secure prisons of its time.
The reopening of Alcatraz would be a symbol of "Law, Order, and Justice," according to Trump. So far, the legal or logistical feasibility of this initiative has not been officially confirmed, nor has there been any statement from federal or California authorities in this regard. Alcatraz prison officially closed in 1963 and now operates as a tourist site.
Trump expressed his opinion on his social media platform Truth Social, mentioning that the United States has been affected by violent and repeat offenders for too long and that it is necessary to keep them away from society to prevent harm. He has instructed various government agencies to begin the necessary preparations to carry out this initiative to reopen and expand Alcatraz.
