**Martina Navratilova Slams Donald Trump Over ‘Alligator Alcatraz’: “Been Calling Him a Psychopath by Proxy for Years”**
Tennis legend **Martina Navratilova** has reignited her fierce criticism of former U.S. President **Donald Trump**, this time reacting to his bizarre remarks regarding the controversial *Alligator Alcatraz* detention facility in the Florida Everglades—a remote center aimed at housing undocumented immigrants as part of Trump’s hardline immigration policy.
During a surreal moment in an interview with **Fox News’ Peter Doocy**, Trump offered a chilling and somewhat incoherent justification for the facility’s name and implied consequences:
> “I guess that’s the concept. Snakes are fast but alligators—we’re going to teach them how to run away from an alligator. Don’t run in a straight line, run *waving hand* like this.”
The comments drew outrage across social media, but **Navratilova’s response stood out**. Known for her outspoken views on politics and justice, the 18-time Grand Slam champion didn’t hold back, writing on X (formerly Twitter):
“Been calling him a psychopath by proxy for years. And I was righCritici
A Pattern of Criticism
This isn’t the first time Navratilova has taken aim at Trump. Just days earlier, she reacted strongly to reports that Trump had been *tricked by The Pentagon* into approving a strike plan on Iran—highlighting what she views as a dangerous lack of competence.
> “It’s crazy… the fact that our country needs to be protected FROM THE POTUS is scary, in fact. Sure, let’s write another book about Biden and his cognitive issues….😳🙄🤔”
> she posted in response to the alarming report.
What Is ‘Alligator Alcatraz’?
The facility, reportedly located deep in the **Florida Everglades**, has come under fire from human rights groups for its harsh conditions and symbolism. Designed to house large numbers of migrants awaiting deportation, its nickname stems from the literal threat of the surrounding wilderness—**alligators, snakes, and swampland**—used as an implied deterrent for escape.
Trump’s off-the-cuff remark about detainees being “eaten by an alligator” has sparked outrage for its flippant tone and dehumanizing implications, especially in the context of serious humanitarian concerns surrounding immigration enforcement.
Navratilova: “Protect the Country from Trump”
Navratilova has long used her platform to speak out on political matters, especially concerning human rights, equality, and leadership accountability. Her recent comments echo a growing chorus of public figures worried about Trump’s continued influence and rhetoric amid a polarized political landscape.
As the 2024 U.S. Presidential election looms ever closer, expect Martina Navratilova—and many others—to stay vocal as the stakes rise.
TL;DR.
* Trump bizarrely describes migrants being “eaten by alligators” at ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
* Navratilova blasts him on X: “Been calling him a psychopath by proxy for years”
* She also slammed him recently over Iran strike deception reports
* The tennis icon remains one of Trump’s most vocal sports-world critics
Stay tuned as this story—and the political fallout—continues to develop.**