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Trump Pushes for Permanent Daylight Saving Time

5 articles from 4 sources
First reported on Saturday 3 October 2026 at 13:39 EDT by The Philadelphia Inquirer·Latest article on Saturday 3 October 2026 at 14:48 EDT

Summary

President Donald Trump is advocating for permanent daylight saving time, focusing efforts on securing support from Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton. He has encouraged people to contact what appears to be Cotton's personal cellphone number, suggesting a direct approach to influence the legislative process. Trump also highlighted the benefits of the policy for professional golfers, emphasizing the extended time on the greens. The push comes as part of broader efforts to pass legislation making daylight saving time permanent nationwide.

Latest: Trump continued his campaign for permanent daylight saving time by sharing what appears to be Senator Tom Cotton's personal cellphone number and encouraging supporters to contact him directly.

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How it unfolded

  1. Saturday 3 October

    Trump continued his campaign for permanent daylight saving time by sharing what appears to be Senator Tom Cotton's personal cellphone number and encouraging supporters to contact him directly.