What is DST, Trump announces plan to end Daylight Saving Time, calls it ‘too expensive’

President Donald Trump has announced plans to end Daylight Saving Time (DST), calling it “too expensive” and unnecessary. In his recent statement, Trump has criticised the practice of changing clocks twice a year – once in the spring to “spring forward” and then again in the fall to “fall back”. He argued that the time change is costly, confusing and disrupts people’s daily routines.

Daylight Saving Time was first introduced in the United States during World War I to save energy by making better use of daylight in the summer months. The idea was that if daylight lasted longer, people would need less artificial light in the evening. However, Trump believes that the benefits of DST are no longer relevant today, as energy use has changed and many modern appliances automatically adjust to longer daylight hours.

Trump explained that the time change causes confusion and can negatively affect people’s health and productivity. He said the change could lead to an increase in accidents, disrupt sleep schedules, and cause difficulties adjusting to the new time. Trump also argued that the expected energy savings from DST are minimal, making the practice “outdated” and “unnecessary.”

Trump’s proposal to end DST would mean keeping clocks the same all year round, without having to change every two years. He believes this would bring economic benefits, reduce confusion, and make daily life easier for many people. For example, businesses and families would not have to deal with the disruptions caused by the time change.

While some agree with Trump, others believe DST still has benefits, such as more daylight for outdoor activities and the potential for increased evening productivity. The debate about ending DST continues, with some states already considering making changes.

At this point, it’s unclear whether Trump’s plan will gain enough support to become law, but it has sparked renewed discussion about whether daylight saving time is still worth maintaining.