Star Trek galaxy from TNG, DS9, Voyager, Prodigy, Strange New Worlds, and more react to Donald Trump's 2024 presidential reelection victory.
It would be an understatement to say a significant portion of the country remains in shock, disgust, or both over Donald Trump's win in the 2024 Presidential Election. The 45th president, who will become the 47th, officially defeated Vice President Kamala Harris, who offered a concession speech earlier today. Among those reacting is the Star Trek Universe - with some taking to social media to share a range of emotions - from disdain to empathy and frustration, and more - were cast and crew from The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, Enterprise, Prodigy, Picard, Strange New Worlds, and more.
Enterprise's John Billingsley, who played Dr. Phlox, wrote, "I'll be leaving Twitter at the end of the week. Wanted to say goodbye. Reasons obvious . . . Big smooch to folks who were gracious enough to follow me and so sorry that interactions became far too infrequent . . . much love, and courage in these dark times. Joining him is DS9's Armin Shimerman, who played Quark, who wrote, "Friends, it has been a long time in coming, but I must announce I will no longer post on X. The policies of this platform are saddening and intolerable. If you wish to follow me, please locate me on THREADS at Armin Shimerman. I have enjoyed all our interactions. Armin out."
Voyager star Robert Picardo, who played The Doctor, seemed on the fence, but is ready to leave Elon Musk's platform as well, "Good night, good luck and may God protect our democracy! [X] is getting murkier /muskier and I'm not sure i want to bathe in the sludge much longer. - - In any case, I thank my followers, especially those who have remained courteous when we disagree. If all who disagree followed your model, the world would be kinder."