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‘The Rock’ Returns? Trump Orders Alcatraz Reopened Despite High Costs and Controversy

Estimates suggest an upfront cost of $370 million and ongoing annual expenses of $60 million, sparking debate over the financial viability of the project.

Alcatraz Island on May 4, 2025, San Francisco Bay, California.
Alcatraz Island on May 4, 2025, San Francisco Bay, California. AP/Noah Berger

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