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What is 'treasonous' speech?

Donald Trump called reports about depleted weapons stocks 'treasonous'. In a legal sense, treason involves betraying one's country, often by aiding an enemy. While Trump used the term here to express strong disapproval, it's a very serious accusation that carries significant legal weight.

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