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Trump administration spares Southwest from harshest water cuts in new Colorado River plan
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· July 31, 2026
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Key takeaway The plan spans 10 years and aims to reduce water use.
A new plan has been released by the Trump administration to address the low water levels in the Colorado River's reservoirs. The plan spans 10 years and aims to reduce water use. The reservoirs have reached a record low, prompting the need for a plan to conserve water.
Details of the plan are available from the source. Further information on the plan's specifics can be found in the original report, which outlines the administration's strategy for managing the Colorado River's water resources.
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Published: July 31, 2026 ·
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