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January 27, 2025–In a dramatic announcement on Saturday, former President Donald J. Trump declared that the United States military has entered California under emergency powers to restore water flow previously restricted by environmental policies. The announcement on Trump’s TRUTH Social platform claimed the move would end long-standing water shortages in the state.
“The United States Military just entered the Great State of California and, under Emergency Powers, TURNED ON THE WATER flowing abundantly from the Pacific Northwest, and beyond,” Trump wrote. “The days of putting a Fake Environmental argument, over the PEOPLE, are OVER. Enjoy the water, California!!!”
The decision to override environmental protections and redirect water supplies has sparked a mix of celebration and outrage across the country.
California has been experiencing severe drought conditions for over a decade, which have impacted agriculture, industry, and residents. State water policies have sought to balance limited supplies with the need to protect ecosystems, including river habitats for endangered fish species such as salmon. Trump’s directive appears to bypass these policies, reallocating water to farms and communities.
The water is expected to come from major sources in the Pacific Northwest, including federal reservoirs, rivers, and possibly the Colorado River. At the same time, the move provides immediate relief for agricultural regions like the Central Valley.
Farmers and residents in California’s water-scarce areas have long argued that environmental regulations unfairly limit access to water. Trump’s intervention is necessary to support agriculture, one of California’s largest industries.
Environmental groups, however, quickly condemned the move. Advocates warn that diverting water from rivers and reservoirs could devastate wildlife and ecosystems that rely on natural flows.
