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

Cotton opposes the legislation, citing the hardships of late-winter sunrises, and became the target of Trump's public pressure campaign.

Thune: ‘No clear path forward’ on permanent daylight savings time legislation
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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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Tom Cotton
R · AR · SEN

Senator whose opposition to the bill drew Trump's criticism

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President pressing senators to advance the legislation

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John Thune
R · SD · SEN

Senate majority leader assessing the prospects for the bill

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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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Thune Says Senate Has No Clear Path on Permanent Daylight Saving Time Bill

Outlets agree the Senate has no clear path to advance a bill making daylight saving time permanent, and Tom Cotton opposes the change, citing dark winter mornings. Center outlets focus on the bill’s uncertain prospects and the arguments on both sides. Right-leaning outlets emphasize House Republicans pressing for action and the disagreement between Trump and Cotton.

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