Treason Charges Against US Citizen

With a few exceptions (Padilla, Hamdi, Lindh), the individuals who have been the focus of the government’s efforts in the “war on terrorism” have been noncitizens.  None of the prior cases involving citizens have resulted in treason charges.

Today, the government opened up a new front in this war, bringing the first treason charge against a citizen since World War II.  The government’s announcement is here.  Azzam Al-Amriki is also charged with providing material support to al Qaeda.

-jmc