Last Living Alcatraz Prisoner, a Trump Supporter, Doubts Prison Reopening

san francisco bay, usa - Charlie Hopkins, the last living Alcatraz prisoner and a Donald Trump supporter, questions the feasibility of the prison's reopening after Trump's announcement.

Last Living Alcatraz Prisoner Doubts Trump's Reopening Plan

Charlie Hopkins, 93, the sole surviving Alcatraz inmate and a supporter of Donald Trump, expresses skepticism about the feasibility of the President's plan to reopen the infamous prison.

Trump's Proposal and Hopkins' Concerns

In a recent announcement, Trump revealed his intention to reopen Alcatraz, closed in 1963, to house the most dangerous criminals. Hopkins, who served time on the island from 1955 to 1958 for robberies and kidnapping, highlighted significant challenges in the plan.

Hopkins, now residing in Florida, believes Trump's proposal is merely symbolic and doubts its practicality. He argues that the high renovation costs, particularly for installing new sewage systems, render the plan unfeasible without extensive demolition.

Historical Background and Public Attraction

Alcatraz, operational from 1934 to 1963 and housing up to 1600 inmates at its peak, currently serves as a popular tourist destination, attracting 1.4 million visitors annually and generating $60 million for the government.

Trump's Vision for Alcatraz

Amidst Trump's directive to explore the prison's reopening, he envisions Alcatraz as a deterrent for heinous criminals, emphasizing the need to isolate dangerous offenders from society.

Notable Hollywood films like 'Escape from Alcatraz' and 'The Rock' have immortalized the prison's history, including the legendary 1962 escape by three inmates using a makeshift raft. The fate of these escapees remains a mystery.