Frustrations are mounting in the Republican conference despite the GOP controlling the House, the Senate, and the White House. There is a growing feeling — from women specifically — that they just can’t get anything done.

The target of members’ ire? House Speaker Mike Johnson. Multiple high-profile congresswomen have spoken out publicly about their dissatisfaction, accusing him of “undercutting” the women of the House. Some have even chosen to retire and seek other opportunities.

So why are these women mad, and can Johnson right the ship? Today, Explained co-host Noel King talked to NBC News reporter Melanie Zanona to find out.

Below is an excerpt of their conversation, edited for length and clarity. There’s much more in the full episode, so listen to Today, Explained wherever you get podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Pandora, and Spotify.

Who is speaking out against Mike Johnson and why?

Starting with [Rep.] Marjorie Taylor Greene, her complaints with Johnson are similar to what she’s been saying when it comes to Donald Trump. She’s extremely frustrated that they haven’t been putting more bills on the floor that are actually related to some of the things they campaigned on, particularly the affordability issue.

Then there’s [Rep.] Elise Stefanik, who really raised some eyebrows when she went on the record with her criticisms

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