California Governor Gavin Newsom's office has dismissed renewed efforts to reopen Alcatraz Island as a federal prison, following a visit from U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. President Trump previously proposed renovating Alcatraz for housing dangerous criminals. The National Parks Conservation Association has rejected attempts to transfer control of the island, emphasizing its importance as a national park site. Concerns about political motives overshadowing the site's historical value have been voiced, prompting a call for Congress to protect Alcatraz.
Pam Bondi will reopen Alcatraz the same day Trump lets her release the Epstein files. So, never,” Izzy Gardon, Newsom's director of communications, told SFGATE.
Spent the day on Alcatraz Island, a [National Park Service] site, to start the work to renovate and reopen the site to house the most dangerous criminals and illegals. This administration is restoring safety, justice, and order to our streets.” Burgum.
Alcatraz is one of the most iconic and heavily visited national park sites in our country. The administration has made it clear they're willing to ignore the value of our national parks and the rich history, culture and legacy they protect. Congress now faces a choice to either stand up for Alcatraz and the stories it holds or allow our national parks to be sacrificed for political gain.” Kristen Brengel.
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