Donald Trump's United States Space Force may be hoping to boldly go where no man has gone before... but unfortunately, the same can't be said for whoever designed its logo.

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Star Trek fans have been quick to point out that Trump's newly-revealed logo for the sixth branch of the US military bears more than a little resemblance to the famed Star Fleet Command logo in the Star Trek franchise.

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After the US president posted the image on his favourite social media platform, Twitter, Trekkies immediately filled the comments section below.

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George Takei, who played Sulu in the original Stark Trek, posted a side-by-side comparison of the two logos with the comment: "There is nothing sacred anymore."

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Actress Mia Farrow also posted her reaction on Twitter, commenting: "Looks familiar."

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Will Star Trek's copyright owners be wading into the debate next? Watch this space...

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Flora CarrDrama Writer, RadioTimes.com
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