President Donald Trump published a lawmaker’s cell‑phone number on his social‑media platform while urging Congress to pass a bill that would make Daylight Saving Time (DST) permanent across the United States.
In the post, Trump called for the elimination of the biannual clock changes that currently shift U.S. time zones forward in the spring and back in the fall. He said that keeping the clocks on “summer time” year‑round would benefit the country’s economy and public health.
The move drew criticism from privacy advocates and some lawmakers who warned that the publication of a private phone number could expose the legislator to unwanted contact. The lawmaker’s identity was not disclosed in the post.
Proposals to make DST permanent have been tabled in Congress for several years, with supporters citing increased daylight for outdoor activities and reduced energy consumption. Opponents argue that the change could disrupt sleep patterns and affect school schedules.
Trump’s action illustrates his willingness to use his platform to push specific policy agendas, a tactic that has sparked debate over the appropriate use of presidential influence in legislative matters.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
