Reopening of Alcatraz as a Prison for Violent Offenders
US President Donald Trump has ordered the US Bureau of Prisons to reopen and expand Alcatraz to house America's most ruthless and violent offenders as a symbol of law and order.
Key Points
- Alcatraz to house America's most dangerous criminals
- Historical significance of Alcatraz as inescapable prison
- Comparison to current high-security penitentiaries
- Trump's directive to reopen Alcatraz and Guantanamo Bay
Pros
- Symbol of law and order
- Deterrence for violent criminals
Cons
- Historical association with inescapable reputation
- Practicality and feasibility concerns
- Challenges with National Park Service's control of the island