Reports are emerging that the Galactic Union of Socks has declared independence from the planet's footwear overlords.
The once-loyal socks, which have long toiled in the service of their planetary rulers, now seek freedom and self-determination.
Details are sketchy, but sources close to the Galactic Sock Union claim the rogue socks are seeking to establish their own planetary government, with a capital city built on the principles of comfort and toe-room.
Stay tuned for further updates as this developing story unfolds.