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Fact check: What is the historical precedent for prosecuting former US presidents for treason?
Checked on July 22, 2025
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What are the constitutional grounds for treason charges against a US president?
Has any former US president been prosecuted for treason in history?
Can a former US president be charged with treason for actions taken while in office?
What is the role of the Department of Justice in investigating treason allegations against former presidents?
How does the US Supreme Court interpret the definition of treason in Article III of the Constitution?