Sen. Ted Cruz, who often worked with the most conservative House Republicans, could not hide his happiness at House Speaker John Boehner’s decision to resign Friday morning. Speaking to conservatives in Washington for the Values Voter Summit, Cruz said, “You want to know how much each of you terrifies Washington? Yesterday, John Boehner was Speaker of the House. Y’all come to town and somehow that changes. My only request is — can you come more often?”

The line got an enthusiastic response — the crowd had earlier reacted with a standing ovation when informed of Boehner’s exit. After his speech, Cruz met briefly with reporters. He at first noted that it is up to House Republicans to decide who will be the next Speaker. And then Cruz wasted no time in accusing Boehner of selling out conservatives: