Grist iconGristAug 28, 2026

Nevada preached peace on the Colorado River. Now it’s suing to protect its water.

The state's lawsuit claims the federal government's plan for the river could strip Las Vegas of two-thirds of its water supply.

Nevada preached peace on the Colorado River. Now it’s suing to protect its water.

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The state's lawsuit claims the federal government's plan for the river could strip Las Vegas of two-thirds of its water supply.

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The state's lawsuit claims the federal government's plan for the river could strip Las Vegas of two-thirds of its water supply.

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