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August 13, 2026
Trump Advocates for Permanent Daylight Saving Time to Reduce Crime
- President Trump urges the Senate to pass the Sunshine Protection Act, following House approval.
- He argues that making daylight saving time permanent will reduce crime and improve health outcomes.
- Studies show mixed evidence on the impact of daylight saving time on homicide rates, but suggest it may decrease robberies.
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- Trump renews pressure on Senate to pass bill making daylight saving time permanentAug 13, 2026 at 1:49 PM · The Hill
- Trump claims making daylight saving time permanent will reduce the nation’s murder rateAug 13, 2026 at 2:33 PM · Independent