Serious American space policy is being derailed because of Trump’s obsession with a “space force,” which he is using to push campaign merchandise and cheap applause lines.
HuffPost noted on Tuesday that Trump’s childish rhetoric has sidelined real space policy, prompting consternation from space policy experts and lawmakers from both parties.
Trump’s reelection campaign has sold “space force” gear (hats and T-shirts with unofficial logos) to coincide with his mentions in speeches at his rallies, bringing in money for his campaign — money which is often spent at Trump’s own properties, not coincidentally. Trump is even selling “space force” merch at Trump Tower in Manhattan.
View the complete June 18 article by Oliver Willis on the National Memo website here.