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Zinke Claims Socialism Transcended into Communism, Cites Energy Gains

8/19/2026

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Rep. Ryan Zinke (R-MT) said 58% of Democrats favor socialism and 50% view capitalism negatively.
He claimed socialism has “transcended” into communism, listing a platform of no ICE, abortion, and men playing women’s sports.
He said oil output rose from 8.3 million to 12.5 million barrels per day under President Donald Trump.
Zinke said lowering energy prices is his top priority and named President Donald Trump the leader voters watch.

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Rep. Ryan Zinke (R-MT) said 58% of Democrats favor socialism and 50% view capitalism negatively.
He claimed socialism has “transcended” into communism, listing a platform of no ICE, abortion, and men playing women’s sports.
He said oil output rose from 8.3 million to 12.5 million barrels per day under President Donald Trump.
Zinke said lowering energy prices is his top priority and named President Donald Trump the leader voters watch.