Trump posts Sen. Tom Cotton's personal cellphone number on Truth Social to pressure him on daylight saving bill

On October 3, 2026, President Trump posted on Truth Social what appeared to be Senator Tom Cotton's personal cellphone number, urging Arkansans to call and pressure Cotton to support the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make daylight saving time permanent. Cotton, chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, opposes the bill, citing safety concerns for children in dark winter mornings. Trump's post included the number and messages like 'Call Tom on his cellphone.' The voicemail box was full when reporters called. This repeats a pattern: Trump similarly released Lindsey Graham's number in 2015. The act passed the House in July but faces Senate obstacles. The incident demonstrates Trump's use of social media to intimidate and bully a fellow Republican into legislative compliance.

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