Trump Backs Permanent Daylight Saving Time as Senate Debates Clock Changes

President Trump urges Congress to adopt permanent daylight saving time, while lawmakers and experts remain divided on the best approach.

President Donald Trump has called on Congress to make daylight saving time permanent, citing its popularity and cost-saving benefits.
The Senate Commerce Committee held a hearing on Thursday to explore ending the biannual clock changes, with testimony from health experts and industry leaders.
Supporters of permanent daylight saving time argue it boosts economic activity and recreational opportunities, while critics highlight health and safety concerns tied to morning darkness.
Some lawmakers are considering allowing states to choose their preferred time standard, though concerns about a fragmented system persist.
The 2022 Sunshine Protection Act, which proposed permanent daylight saving time, passed the Senate but stalled in the House, reflecting ongoing legislative challenges.