Sun Apr 13 03:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Trump Renews Push for Permanent Daylight Saving Time

**Washington, D.C.** – Former President Donald Trump is once again urging Congress to make daylight saving time (DST) permanent, reigniting the debate over the twice-yearly time change. In a post on Truth Social, Trump called for the House and Senate to “push hard” for the change, citing its popularity and the elimination of the “big inconvenience” and “VERY COSTLY EVENT” of changing clocks.

This renewed push follows the introduction of the Sunshine Protection Act in both the House and Senate by Florida Republicans. While the Senate passed the bill in 2022, it stalled in the House. Trump’s previous support for the measure has been somewhat inconsistent, with him expressing uncertainty about public opinion on the matter earlier this year.

The issue received renewed attention during a recent Senate hearing. Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) argued that the biannual time change is outdated and harmful, negatively impacting the economy, health, and daily lives. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE) echoed these concerns, emphasizing the need for a consistent time standard.

However, the proposal isn’t without its detractors. While some sleep experts express concern about the health consequences of changing the clocks twice a year, others argue that permanent DST could also be detrimental. Dr. Karin Johnson, medical director of the Baystate Regional Sleep Medicine Program, previously stated that permanent standard time, better aligned with the sun’s cycle, is more beneficial for overall health and well-being. The debate continues as Congress weighs the potential impacts on various sectors of society.

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