Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) expressed her dismay at the Republicans’ inability to elect a new speaker, stating they need a math lesson.

What Happened: Pelosi told media that "I feel sad for the institution" in the wake of Rep. Jim Jordan‘s (R-Ohio) unsuccessful bid for the position, HuffPost reported.

She emphasized the necessity of a speaker for the House to function effectively.

"I think it's sad that they're getting worse and worse."