The Trump administration is pushing forward with a controversial plan to reopen Alcatraz Island as a federal prison, more than 60 years after its closure.
Top officials, including Attorney General Pam Bondi and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, have toured the site to assess its viability, despite widespread criticism from California leaders and national park advocates. The proposed project could cost up to $2 billion and faces logistical challenges, including deteriorating infrastructure and environmental concerns. Critics, including Nancy Pelosi and Governor Gavin Newsom, have dismissed the plan as a political stunt and a waste of resources.
The move has also drawn backlash for disregarding the island's historical and cultural significance.
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