Definition: In Article III, Section 3 of the United States Constitution, treason is specifically limited to levying war against the US, or adhering to their enemies, giving them aid and comfort. ... Any person convicted of treason against the United States will lose the right to hold public office in the United States.

What is punishment for treason?

Whoever, owing allegiance to the United States, levies war against them or adheres to their enemies, giving them aid and comfort within the United States or elsewhere, is guilty of treason and shall suffer death, or shall be imprisoned not less than five years and fined under this title but not less than $10,000; and ...

Are you still a citizen if you commit treason?

There is no citizenship or residency qualification. That is, the offence can be committed by anyone acting any where in the world. Historically, the crime of treason was based on the principle of allegiance to the Crown.