Nevada Sues Over Colorado River Cuts | Fort Wayne News

Fort Wayne News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 25, 2026 · 1m

Nevada is suing the Trump administration over a controversial Colorado River water-cutting plan that targets only Nevada, California, and Arizona—while sparing the Upper Basin states. The Interior Department’s order demands 2.5 million acre-feet in cuts over two years, but Nevada argues it’s legally flawed and economically devastating, potentially slashing 71% of its river water allocation and threatening public health. Though California and Arizona support the cuts as necessary, they urge Upper Basin states to shoulder more responsibility. Nevada’s negotiator says they’re open to talks…