Are we in a Constitutional Crisis?

In this gripping and deeply unsettling episode, we walk listeners through a real-life constitutional nightmare that every American should be paying attention to. Imagine starting your morning with government agents at your door—no explanation, no charges, no rights read to you, and no court appearance. Instead, you and your loved one are taken and forcibly deported, without warning, despite being legally permitted to remain in the country. This isn’t a dystopian thriller—it’s the true story of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a legally present immigrant living in Maryland with no criminal record and full protection under U.S. law.

The episode dives deep into the disturbing case of Garcia, whose 2019 immigration court ruling granted him protection from deportation due to verified threats from gangs in El Salvador. Despite that ruling and an active federal court order, ICE agents, under the direction of executive power, detained and deported him with no due process—no warrant, no indictment, no hearing. We analyze how this blatant disregard for the law directly violates 8 U.S.C. § 1231(b)(3), which prohibits the removal of individuals to countries where they may face persecution.

More alarming, this episode unpacks the constitutional violations at the heart of this case. Garcia’s Fifth and Fourteenth Amendment rights—his right to due process, equal protection, and a fair hearing—were completely ignored. The Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure were bypassed. His Miranda Rights, required for custodial interrogation under the Fifth and Sixth Amendments, were never given. Even more brazenly, the government acted in contempt of a standing federal court order, demonstrating a chilling willingness to override the judicial branch.

This isn’t about immigration policy—it’s about every American’s freedom. When our government can disappear someone with no evidence, no charges, and no trial, no one is safe. If we allow these violations to continue unchallenged, we open the door to unchecked executive power, eroding the very principles of liberty and justice that our country was founded on.

Listeners are urged to consider: if it can happen to him, what’s to stop it from happening to you?

The episode concludes with a powerful call to action for vigilance, accountability, and legal integrity. This is not a partisan issue—this is a moment for Americans of all stripes to defend the Constitution itself. Because, as the Founders warned, “When the people fear the government, there is tyranny.” And tyranny, once allowed to root, grows quickly.

1. #DueProcessMatters
2. #ConstitutionalCrisis
3. #RuleOfLaw
4. #ICEAbuse
5. #ProtectCivilRights
6. #ImmigrationJustice
7. #NoOneIsAboveTheLaw
8. #StopUnlawful

Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the c

Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the c

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