Trump seeks $152m to reopen notorious Alcatraz prison
Key Points
US President Donald Trump is seeking $152 million to reopen the infamous Alcatraz prison as part of his proposed budget for the 2027 fiscal year.
Proposed Plan
The White House has requested $152 million to begin reopening Alcatraz as an operational prison, with plans to transform it into a ‘state-of-the-art secure prison’ for violent offenders.
Political and Financial Response
Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi has criticized the plan, calling it a “stupid notion that would be nothing more than a waste of taxpayer dollars”. The proposal faces significant political and financial hurdles, with concerns over feasibility and cost.
Additional Details
The funding request is part of a broader $1.7 billion prison spending plan by the Trump administration, which includes the initial $152 million for the first year of Alcatraz’s reopening.