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Mon, December 16, 2024

President-elect Trump calls daylight saving time 'inconvenient' and 'costly.' Will he end it?


Published on 2024-12-16 12:01:29 - MSN
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  • The Republican Party will use its best efforts to eliminate Daylight Saving Time, Donald Trump posted on Truth Social.
The article from MSN discusses President-elect Donald Trump's views on Daylight Saving Time (DST), highlighting his criticism of the practice as "inconvenient and costly." Trump has expressed intentions to potentially end the biannual time change, which he believes disrupts sleep patterns, reduces productivity, and incurs unnecessary economic costs. The piece explores the history of DST, its intended benefits like energy conservation and increased evening activities, and the ongoing debate about its relevance in modern society. It also mentions that while Trump has the power to influence policy, any change would require Congressional approval. The article includes perspectives from both supporters and critics of DST, with some states already considering legislation to remain on standard time year-round.

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