Still, some Trump supporters tried to grovel in the replies—and loop in Star Wars legends. “Hi @markhamill pls respond,” wrote right-wing podcaster Benny Johnson, tagging Luke Skywalker actor and longtime Democrat Mark Hamill.

The White House shared a meme and video that allied Donald Trump with the Empire — the villains of the Star Wars film franchise.

The White House may say President Trump represents a new hope — but Star Wars fans quickly pointed out that part of the White House's social media post celebrating Star Wars Day feels a little more Sith-style.