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Thune: ‘No clear path forward’ on permanent daylight savings time legislation

Thune said there was no clear path or consensus for advancing permanent daylight saving time legislation.

Thune: ‘No clear path forward’ on permanent daylight savings time legislation
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This article1 analysis · Oct 6, 2026
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Oct 6, 2026
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John Thune says there is no clear path to pass legislation making daylight saving time permanent, despite President Trump's pressure on Republican senators. Trump criticized Tom Cotton and posted his private cellphone number, while Rick Scott is seeking a Senate vote.

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John Thune
R · SD · SEN

Senate majority leader assessing the prospects for the bill

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Tom Cotton
R · AR · SEN

Senator whose opposition to the bill drew Trump's criticism

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Donald Trump
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President pressing senators to advance the legislation

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Rick Scott
R · FL · SEN

Senator promoting a vote on the legislation

Roger F. Wicker
R · MS · SEN

Senator raising safety concerns about the proposal

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John Thune Says Permanent Daylight Saving Time Bill Has No Clear Path Forward

Outlets agree that Senate Majority Leader John Thune said there is no clear path or consensus for advancing legislation to make daylight saving time permanent, amid President Donald Trump’s push. Left-leaning outlets frame Thune’s stance as resistance to Trump’s pressure; center outlets emphasize the lack of consensus alongside Trump’s push and senators’ objections.

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