Trump Proposes Permanent Daylight Saving Time as Latest Policy Position

Former President Donald Trump has renewed his opposition to the biannual clock change, advocating for a permanent shift to Daylight Saving Time. In a recent post on his Truth Social platform, Trump expressed frustration with the practice of “spring forward, fall back,” suggesting Americans would benefit from consistent time measurement and extended evening daylight throughout the year.

“It’s time to stop messing with the clocks,” Trump reportedly stated in his post, joining a growing chorus of politicians and citizens who question the necessity of the twice-yearly time adjustment that has been a standard practice in most of the United States for decades.

The former president’s position aligns with various legislative efforts that have emerged in recent years. The Senate unanimously passed the Sunshine Protection Act in March 2022, which would have made Daylight Saving Time permanent nationwide, though the legislation stalled in the House of Representatives.

Proponents of permanent Daylight Saving Time cite potential benefits including reduced energy consumption, decreased traffic accidents during evening commutes, and positive impacts on mental health by providing more daylight hours after the workday concludes. Critics, however, point to potential drawbacks such as darker mornings, particularly during winter months in northern states.

Trump’s commentary on time policy comes as he continues to maintain an active presence on his Truth Social platform, where he regularly shares opinions on various policy matters alongside more pointed political statements.

The issue of time standardization remains a surprisingly bipartisan topic in American politics, with supporters and detractors on both sides of the political aisle. Whether Trump’s renewed interest in the topic will spark further legislative action remains to be seen, but his endorsement may bring additional attention to an issue that affects virtually every American twice each year.

As the debate continues, Americans will still need to adjust their clocks this fall at least for now as the country prepares for the end of Daylight Saving Time on November 2, 2025.