Topline: President Donald Trump has softened his stance on eliminating the national time change, stating Thursday that ending daylight saving time is a “50-50 issue.” This marks a shift from his earlier position, in which he called the time change “inconvenient,” just days before clocks are set to spring forward.
Former President Donald Trump spoke in the Oval Office as he signed executive orders at the White House.
Key Facts
When asked on Thursday about the possibility of eliminating daylight saving time, Trump called it a “50-50 issue,” noting that it was difficult to generate enthusiasm for something so evenly divided.
He acknowledged that many people prefer longer daylight hours in the evening but also recognized that others favor more morning light to avoid taking their children to school in the dark.
Will Trump Eliminate Daylight Saving Time?
It's uncertain, but his remarks on Thursday suggest he may oppose ending it. In December, Trump stated on Truth Social that the Republican Party would "use its best efforts to eliminate" daylight saving time, calling it "very costly to our Nation" despite having "a small but strong constituency." However, Trump cannot eliminate daylight saving time on his own—it would require congressional action and presidential approval.
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