Trump Pushes to End Daylight Saving Time in Favor of Permanent Standard Time

The President-elect cites health and economic impacts as key reasons for eliminating the biannual clock changes.

President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to abolish daylight saving time (DST), aiming to implement permanent standard time instead.
Health experts widely support permanent standard time, citing benefits for circadian rhythms, mental health, and morning safety for school children.
Past attempts to implement permanent daylight saving time in the U.S., such as during the 1970s energy crisis, faced public backlash due to safety concerns and dark winter mornings.
Economic analyses suggest DST incurs significant costs, including health-related expenses like increased heart attack and stroke risks, and productivity losses during the transitions.
While polls indicate strong public support for ending clock changes, Congress would need to pass legislation to enact the proposed change.