Trump Calls for End to Daylight Saving Time, Slams Its Costly Impact
The ongoing debate over daylight saving time has now reached the U.S., with former President Donald Trump weighing in on the issue. Once a supporter, Trump has recently declared that the practice is too costly and should be abolished. In his latest statement, he vowed to push for the end of the time change, calling for a permanent shift away from daylight saving time. Meanwhile, U.S. media outlets are already making headlines with dramatic reports like 'Hello Darkness' in response to his bold stance. What’s behind Trump's sudden shift, and what could it mean for the future of timekeeping in America? Find out more!
Donald Trump, the newly elected President of the United States, has started making statements about the changes he plans to implement once he assumes office.
Before his election, Trump supported daylight saving time, but in his latest statement, he changed his stance. Trump announced that he would work to abolish daylight saving time.
Elon Musk, who will lead efforts to reduce government spending and increase efficiency under the Trump administration, had previously signaled support for ending daylight saving time.
Last month, Musk wrote in a post on X, “It seems people want to eliminate the annoying time changes.” Trump also shared a post on Truth Social, stating, 'Daylight saving time is problematic and very costly for our nation.'
The U.S. currently observes daylight saving time.
Clocks are set back one hour on November 3, and daylight saving time begins again on March 9. According to a survey of Americans, about 43% prefer standard time year-round, 32% favor permanent daylight saving time, and 25% want the current system to remain in place.
Trump’s new proposal has made headlines in the U.S. under the headline "Hello Darkness."
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