Trump Unveils Space Force Uniforms Inspired by Nazi-Era Film Design
On his Truth Social platform, US President Donald Trump unveiled a picture of the new 'next generation' Space Force uniforms, claiming they drew inspiration from the 1997 sci-fi movie 'Starship Troopers.' The film's director, Paul Verhoeven, noted that the costume design was intentionally reminiscent of Nazi aesthetics. The accompanying text labeled the uniforms as 'modernised for the Guardians of the space domain,' showcasing black shirts, black boots, and 'midnight black' collars. Additionally, Trump posted an AI-generated image of himself aboard a spaceship amid nuclear explosions on Earth, alongside other AI depictions in military attire and a proposal to rename 'New Mexico' to 'New America.' Established by Trump in 2019, the Space Force had previously revealed new service dress uniforms for its Guardians. Verhoeven remarked that the film illustrated 'fascists who aren't aware of their fascism,' leading to controversy over the uniforms' similarity to the film's antagonistic designs.
Key facts
- Trump posted an image of 'next generation' Space Force uniforms on Truth Social.
- The uniforms were claimed to be inspired by the 1997 film 'Starship Troopers'.
- Director Paul Verhoeven said the film's costumes were meant to evoke Nazis.
- The uniforms featured black boots, black shirts, and 'midnight black' collars.
- Trump also posted an AI-generated image of himself in a spaceship with nuclear explosions on Earth.
- The Space Force was signed into law by Trump in 2019.
- The Space Force had already announced new service dress uniforms last year.
- The film 'Starship Troopers' was based on Robert Heinlein's 1959 novel.
Entities
Artists
- Donald Trump
- Paul Verhoeven
- Robert Heinlein
Institutions
- US Space Force
- Truth Social
Locations
- United States
- New Mexico