President Biden’s nominee for a federal judgeship in Washington state is facing intense scrutiny for what critics call an insufficient resume after already triggering backlash over her nomination when she recently failed to answer simple questions about the Constitution.
Judge Charnelle Bjelkengren of the Spokane County Superior Court made headlines last month during her confirmation hearing to serve on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington.
Appearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee, Bjelkengren was quizzed about basic knowledge of the Constitution.
“Tell me what Article V of the Constitution does,” asked Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.).
Judge Charnelle Bjelkengren of the Spokane County Superior Court in Eastern Washington. (Fox News)
SEN. KENNEDY STUMPS BIDEN NOMINEE WITH BASIC QUESTIONS ABOUT THE CONSTITUTION
“Article V is not coming to mind at the moment,” Bjelkengren responded.
“How about Article II?” Kennedy pressed.
“Neither is Article II,” Bjelkengren…
