Merkley Destroys Kash Patel: ‘Have You Even Read the Constitution?

Senator Jeff Merkley just gave FBI Director Kash Patel a constitutional reality check during a tense Senate hearing. When pressed about immigrants being detained and deported without due process, Patel stumbled — even admitting he’s “not a constitutional scholar.” Merkley, visibly frustrated, reminded him that the Fifth Amendment guarantees due process to all persons in the United States — not just citizens.

This exchange isn’t just a viral moment; it’s a powerful reminder of what’s at stake when officials forget the oaths they took. The Constitution isn’t optional — it’s the foundation of American democracy. Merkley’s grilling highlights the growing concern that the rule of law is being undermined in plain sight by those meant to uphold it.

Watch as Liberal Lens breaks down the deeper implications of this clash — from the erosion of civil liberties to the importance of constitutional accountability in a democracy under strain.

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