Trump expressed his belief that he was meant to be a moviemaker, reflecting on the significance of law and order, symbolized by Alcatraz. He described it as a powerful representation of these values, noting its history as a museum that housed violent criminals with no successful escapes. He referenced a near-escape involving ripped clothing and shark bites, emphasizing the island’s reputation. Trump expressed a desire to revitalize Alcatraz, hoping to enhance its significance while reaffirming the need for law and order in the country.
“I suppose I was meant to be a filmmaker. We began with moviemaking, and it will come to a close,” Trump stated. “It symbolizes something immensely strong and powerful regarding law and order. Our nation desperately needs law and order. Alcatraz is, without a doubt, the pinnacle, right? Alcatraz, Sing Sing, and Alcatraz, the films.
“But currently, it’s a museum, believe it or not. Many people visit. It once held the most dangerous criminals on the planet, and no one ever escaped. One individual nearly made it, but, as you know the tale, they found his clothing severely torn, and there were numerous shark bites and issues. No one has ever broken free from Alcatraz, and it has always represented something powerful linked to law and order; we truly need law and order in this country.”
Trump expressed his desire to “revamp [Alcatraz] significantly, adding much.”