Trump Accuses Obama of Treason in Escalation of Past Rivalries

U.S. President Donald Trump accused former President Barack Obama of treason, alleging without proof that Obama led an effort to falsely link Trump to Russia during the 2016 election. A statement from Obama's spokesperson denied these allegations. Trump's claims have been dismissed as unsubstantiated and politically motivated.

In a startling escalation of political attacks, U.S. President Donald Trump accused former President Barack Obama of treason. On Tuesday, Trump alleged without evidence that Obama orchestrated a plot to falsely tie him to Russia and destabilize his 2016 presidential campaign.

A representative for Obama swiftly dismissed these claims as outlandish and an attempt to deflect attention from rising pressures on Trump. This marks one of Trump's strongest attacks against his predecessor since returning to office.

The allegations come amid heightened scrutiny over Trump's ties to Russia during the election, with multiple investigations concluding that Moscow attempted to influence the election, although the effect on vote outcomes remains unproven.

(With inputs from agencies.)