President Donald Trump has urged the public to contact Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton, accusing the lawmaker of blocking legislative efforts to make daylight saving time permanent in the United States.
In a post on social media, Trump claimed that Senator Cotton is responsible for halting the progress of the bill. "For some reason, Tom is stopping the Bill and, in the Senate, it's very easy to do, it only takes one!" the President wrote, highlighting the procedural ease with which a single senator can impede legislation.
Trump also cited the benefits of the proposed change for specific industries, noting that passing the bill would provide professional golfers with more time on the greens.
The comments reflect the ongoing debate in the U.S. Congress regarding the Sunshine Protection Act, which seeks to eliminate the twice-yearly clock changes by making daylight saving time year-round. While proponents argue for economic and health benefits, the legislation has faced significant hurdles in the Senate.
Senator Cotton has not been quoted in the source material regarding his stance on the bill or the President's accusations. The President’s call to action invites constituents to directly influence their elected officials in this legislative dispute.
<small>Source: PBS NewsHour — read the original story there.</small>