WASHINGTON, D.C. – In an unexpected twist, President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering Vice President Kamala Harris for a new Cabinet position he intends to create in his new administration: Secretary of Time. Sources close to Trump have confirmed that discussions are underway, and the decision could signal an unconventional approach to unifying political opponents while addressing a range of policy issues related to time management, time zones, and even time travel research.
Trump’s Justification
Speaking at a press conference at Mar-a-Lago, Trump explained his reasoning behind the move.
“You know, nobody talks about the importance of the passage of time. Time is important. Very important. Tremendous,” he said. “And who knows more about the passage of time than Kamala? She spent four years doing absolutely nothing but killing time. I think she’d be perfect for this.”
Trump emphasized the need for an innovative position to tackle issues such as daylight saving time, time zone standardization, and the broader implications of time management on federal efficiency. “It’s about making America great again, on time. We’re going to get time under control,” he added.
Harris’ Interest Confirmed
While Harris has not made an official statement, her interest in the role is hardly a secret. During a now-infamous drunken live stream following her landslide loss in the 2024 presidential election, Harris reportedly joked about being "the master of the passage of time," adding, “If Trump wants me to manage time, I’ll do it. I’ve got time.” The comment, delivered over a slurred toast to her dwindling approval ratings, has taken on new significance in light of recent developments.
An aide close to Harris suggested that she might genuinely be open to the role, calling it "a chance to build bridges and leave a lasting legacy on an entirely new front—possibly even a parallel timeline."
Bipartisan Reactions
The idea has drawn mixed reactions from both sides of the aisle.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), often a vocal critic of Trump, surprisingly voiced support for the move. “I think it’s great to see another person assigned female at birth, of color, in a position of power—whether she earned it or not. It’s about representation, and that’s what matters most,” she said.
Meanwhile, Republican lawmakers have cautiously praised the idea. “This is classic Trump: turning political irony into a productive proposal,” said Senator Josh Hawley. “If anyone can find a way to make something useful out of Kamala’s time in office, it’s him.”
Plans for the Department of Time
The Department of Time, should it be established, would take on tasks such as:
- Eliminating Daylight Saving Time: Trump has long criticized it as unnecessary and disruptive.
- Revising Time Zones: Proposals include renaming zones to reflect American values, such as renaming Eastern Time to “Liberty Time.”
- Reviewing the Passage of Time: Harris would reportedly be tasked with evaluating the passage of time during her four years in office and drafting a detailed report on how “significant moments” in that time contributed to weakening national unity, economic stability, and public morale.
- Exploring Time Travel Research: While this sounds futuristic, Trump joked that it might be a way to revisit “rigged elections” and other historical moments.
Uniting or Dividing?
Analysts are divided on whether this potential nomination is a genuine effort at bipartisanship or a calculated political jab. Regardless, the proposal is being taken seriously within Trump’s administration, with reports suggesting that plans for the Department of Time are already being drafted.
When asked if he would formally nominate Harris, Trump gave his trademark response: “We’ll see what happens. We’ve got plenty of time to decide.”