A former President of Thailand’s Constitutional Court, Nakharin Mektrairat, has publicly criticized the current process for selecting members of the Senate. He stated the Senate currently possesses “low political legitimacy” due to its self-selection method, a system previously identified as a significant flaw in the 2017 constitution drafting process. These remarks mark Mektrairat’s first public statement on the matter. The criticisms raise concerns about the stability of Thailand’s political landscape. Mektrairat warned of potential “unrest” stemming from the lack of public confidence in the Senate’s composition and authority. This assessment adds to ongoing debates about the democratic foundations of Thailand’s government. The concerns center on the Senate’s unelected status and its role in future political decisions.