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America’s Desert Metropolis Is on the Short List to Lose Water

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Arizona category. Published on August 23, 2026 • Originally reported by Reis Thebault and Rebecca Noble. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Decades ago, the state won funding for a massive Colorado River project by agreeing to be first in line for cuts at a time of deep drought. The Trump administration says that time has come.
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