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What is treason?

| June 20, 2014 6:00 AM

The 1828 Webster's Dictionary was written within a few years after the United States Constitution was adopted. It is the best reference for understanding the meanings of the words that were written. Treason - "In the United States, treason is confined to the actual levying of war against the United States, or in adhering to their enemies, giving them aid and comfort."

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