Donald Trump Pushes to End Daylight Saving Time in U.S.

The president-elect calls for abolishing biannual clock changes, citing inefficiency and costs, but debate remains over permanent standard or daylight saving time.

Donald Trump announced plans to eliminate daylight saving time, describing it as inconvenient and costly to the nation.
Trump's proposal has garnered support from prominent figures like Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, as well as bipartisan interest in Congress.
The debate centers on whether to adopt permanent standard time or permanent daylight saving time, with differing opinions on the benefits and drawbacks of each.
A 2022 Senate bill to make daylight saving time permanent passed unanimously but stalled in the House due to concerns over late winter sunrises in some regions.
Experts highlight potential impacts on public health, energy use, and safety, with the American Academy of Sleep Medicine advocating for permanent standard time.