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<h3>Derek Tran is an Army Veteran, Consumer Rights Attorney, City Commissioner, and Small Business Owner who is running for Congress to fight for Californians, not corporations in Congress.</h3><img src="https://run.imgix.net/75a7f42e-5a62-43ce-a7fd-85291defc373/aa2819e1-8985-450a-a1c2-2f25fcacd402/aa2819e1-8985-450a-a1c2-2f25fcacd402.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C959%2C1349&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="" align="right" alignwidth="40" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed">Derek is the son of refugees. His parents fled the Communist regime in Vietnam so that their children could realize the American Dream in Southern California. Through hard work and sacrifice, Derek’s family opened a corner market where Derek worked every day after school.&nbsp;At the age of 18, Derek enlisted in the Army to give back to the country that had given him and his family so much. In the military, it didn’t matter if you were a Democrat or a Republican - you worked together to get the job done, and Derek will bring that same mindset to Congress.After his time in the military, Derek went to law school to uphold the liberties, individual rights, and rule of law that his parents immigrated to America for. Turning down high paying jobs in corporate law, Derek chose to open up his small business in Orange County and fight for immigrants, workers, survivors of sexual harassment, and consumers.At a time when corporations are raking in record profits and customers are paying more for basic goods and services, Derek holds bad actors accountable, ensuring that individuals not special interests get the justice they deserve.&nbsp;With Southern California facing some of the largest infrastructure and environmental challenges in the country, with poor air quality and road conditions, Derek was asked to serve on the Orange Traffic Commission to help address long range transportation and highway planning. In Congress, Derek will fight to bring infrastructure dollars back to Southern California in order to create clean energy jobs. That funding, investment in public transit, and job creation will directly fight climate change and help families spend less time stuck in traffic.Derek is married to his amazing wife Michelle, a pharmacist who grew up in Garden Grove. Together they run a brick and mortar pharmacy right here in Orange County. During the pandemic they helped local businesses and restaurants keep their doors open and their employees safe through vaccinations and Covid-19 testing. Thanks to Michelle and Derek, countless community members were able to work, see family, and stay healthy.Every day Derek and Michelle see first hand the challenges Orange County families face with skyrocketing drug prices and the difficult decisions some have to make when paying for insulin or groceries. In Congress, Derek will work to reduce the costs of prescription drugs, protect a woman’s right to choose, and expand coverage, because healthcare is a right, not a privilege.Derek and Michelle are proud parents of three. Their children attend public schools and every day Derek works to instill the values of hard work, patriotism, and service that his parents taught him.Derek sits on the board of Consumers of Attorneys of California and mentors at-risk youth at Sunburst Academy, which is located at Joint Forces Training Base Los Alamitos where Derek served.

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<h3>Derek Trần là một Cựu Quân Nhân, Luật Sư chuyên về Quyền Lợi của Người Tiêu Dùng, Ủy Viên Thành Phố, và là một Chủ Doanh Nghiệp Nhỏ hiện đang tranh cử vào Quốc Hội để đấu tranh cho cư dân của tiểu bang California, không đấu tranh cho quyền lợi của doanh nghiệp ở Quốc Hội.</h3><img src="https://run.imgix.net/75a7f42e-5a62-43ce-a7fd-85291defc373/efdb0b8d-f43c-4ad9-bddb-1689d867a0ba/efdb0b8d-f43c-4ad9-bddb-1689d867a0ba.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C959%2C1349&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="" align="right" alignwidth="40" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed">Derek là con trai của một gia đình tỵ nạn. Cha mẹ của anh đã trốn chạy khỏi chế độ Cộng Sản ở Việt Nam để con cái của họ có cơ hội biến Giấc mơ Mỹ thành hiện thực ở Miền Nam California. Trải qua nhiều công việc làm và hy sinh, gia đình của Derek mở được một cửa tiệm kinh doanh là nơi mà Derek đến giúp việc mỗi ngày sau giờ học.Năm 18 tuổi, Derek nhập ngũ tham chiến ở Iraq, để phụng sự đất nước đã cho anh và gia đình quá nhiều cơ hội. Với tinh thần trong quân đội, bất kể là đảng Dân Chủ hay Cộng Hòa, cá nhân mỗi người và đồng đội phải cùng nhau hợp tác để đạt được kết quả, và Derek sẽ mang tư duy này vào Quốc Hội.Sau thời gian phục vụ quân đội, Derek đã vào trường luật để gìn giữ quyền tự do, quyền của cá nhân, tôn vinh hệ thống pháp luật mà cha mẹ của anh vì điều này đã di cư đến Hoa Kỳ. Derek đã từ chối làm việc với mức lương cao tại các doanh nghiệp lớn, anh chọn cách tự khởi nghiệp ở Quận Orange và đấu tranh cho những người di dân, người lao động, nạn nhân của những vụ quấy rối tình dục, và đấu tranh cho người tiêu dùng.Khi các doanh nghiệp kiếm được nguồn lợi nhuận lớn với con số kỷ lục và người tiêu dùng phải chi trả quá nhiều cho những dịch vụ và hàng hóa cơ bản, Derek gánh vác vai trò như là diễn viên đóng vai phản diện, để đảm bảo rằng các cá nhân người tiêu dùng có được công lý mà họ xứng đáng được nhận, chứ không phải các nhóm nhỏ được hưởng lợi ích đặc biệt.Khi miền Nam California đối mặt với một số thách thức lớn nhất trong toàn quốc về cơ sở hạ tầng và môi trường, chất lượng không khí kém và tình trạng đường xá tồi tệ, lượng xe tải xuyên bang quá nhiều trong mọi lúc, Derek đã được kêu gọi phục vụ trong Ủy Ban Giao Thông của Orange để giúp giải quyết việc vận chuyển đường dài và lập kế hoạch cho xa lộ. Nếu làm việc ở Quốc Hội, Derek sẽ đấu tranh để mang ngân quỹ cho cơ sở hạ tầng về Miền Nam California để tạo ra nhiều việc làm cho ngành năng lượng sạch. Với ngân quỹ đó, việc đầu tư vào giao thông công cộng, và tạo ra việc làm sẽ tác động trực tiếp vào việc biến đổi khí hậu và giúp cho các gia đình tiết kiệm thời gian bị tắc nghẽn trong giao thông.Derek lập gia đình với người vợ tuyệt vời của anh là cô Michelle, một dược sĩ trưởng thành ở Garden Grove. Cùng nhau, họ mở một nhà thuốc ở ngay tại đây trong Quận Orange. Trong thời gian đại dịch, họ đã giúp rất nhiều nhà hàng và doanh nghiệp địa phương bằng cách duy trì hoạt động và giữ an toàn cho nhân viên của họ thông qua chích ngừa và xét nghiệm Covid-19. Nhờ có Michelle và Derek, rất nhiều người trong cộng đồng có thể tiếp tục làm việc, bảo vệ gia đình của họ và duy trì sức khỏe.Mỗi ngày, Derek và Michelle tận mắt chứng kiến những thách thức mà các gia đình ở Quận Orange phải đối mặt là giá thuốc tăng vọt và những quyết định khó khăn mà nhiều người phải đưa ra khi cân nhắc trả tiền insulin hoặc tiền chợ. Nếu vào Quốc Hội, Derek sẽ làm việc để giảm chi phí thuốc theo toa, bảo vệ quyền chọn lựa của phụ nữ, mở rộng phạm vi bao trả của bảo hiểm sức khỏe, bởi vì chăm sóc sức khỏe là quyền của người dân, không phải đặc quyền.Derek và Michelle là cha mẹ luôn tự hào về ba người con của mình. Con của họ theo học ở các trường công và Derek luôn truyền đạt ý nghĩa về giá trị làm việc siêng năng, lòng yêu nước, và tinh thần phục vụ mà cha mẹ của anh đã dạy.Derek tham gia hội đồng Luật Sư Đoàn cho Người Tiêu Dùng của California và huấn luyện cho các thanh thiếu niên đối mặt với thách thức và rủi ro của Học Viện Sunburst, là cơ sở giáo dục tọa lạc ở Khu Hợp Tác Huấn Luyện Đào Tạo Los Alamitos là nơi mà Derek đã phục vụ.

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"My parents were refugees who worked hard and sacrificed so that I could realize the American Dream. I joined the Army to give back to the Country that has given me so much, and I’m running for Congress to put people ahead of politics, protect our democracy, and ensure everyone, no matter what neighborhood they come from has the opportunity to succeed without fear of their freedoms being taken away."

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Garden Grove, CA — Today, Workers’ Rights Advocate, U.S. Army Veteran, Consumer Rights Attorney, City Commissioner, and Small Business Owner Derek Tran, who is running in California’s 45th Congressional District, announced the endorsement of VoteVets. VoteVets is supported by over a million and a half people with a mission of electing Democratic veterans to all levels of government.“Derek’s deep patriotism and commitment to his community and country is exactly what we need more of in Congress,” said Marine Veteran Travis Tazelaar, Political Director at VoteVets PAC. “We have seen time and time again how immigrants make our country stronger, and how they’re so often the first to give back, like Derek. He could have done anything, but chose service in uniform, and then helping his community. We know he’ll fight to protect our rights and freedoms, while always looking out for his fellow Veterans. We’re proud to endorse him.”VoteVets’ endorsement comes on the heels of endorsements from Rep. Zoe Lofgren, Chair of the California House Democratic Delegation, and Rep. Mark Takano, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, and Rep. Judy Chu, Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus. Tran announced his run 2 months ago, establishing himself as a frontrunner by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.derektranforcongress.com/news?id=1e6dfff7-b1e9-4d8e-9a94-0a09f992f927">raising three times</a> what the combined Democratic field raised for Q3 2023 in just two weeks.###California’s 45th is a Congressional District representing portions of Orange and Los Angeles Counties in Southern California. A majority-minority district, the District has the second largest AAPI population (36.97%) of any Congressional District, and the largest Vietnamese community in the country. &nbsp;President Biden won the current district lines by +6 points and it has a +6 point Democratic registration advantage. It includes all or part of the Cities of Garden Grove, Westminster, Cerritos, Buena Park, Placentia, Hawaiian Gardens, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Artesia, Los Alamitos, La Palma, Brea, Lakewood, and Fullerton, as well as the unincorporated community of Rossmoor. The DCCC has listed it as a “<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://dccc.org/dccc-announces-2023-2024-districts-in-play/">District In Play</a>.”Use of Derek Tran's military rank, job titles, and photographs in uniform does not imply endorsement by the Dept. of Defense or U.S. Army.

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VoteVets Endorses Derek Tran for CA-45

Garden Grove, CA — Today, Workers Rights Attorney, U.S. Army Veteran, City Commissioner, and Small Business Owner, Derek Tran who is running in California’s 45th Congressional District against incumbent Michelle Steel, released a polling memo commissioned by Tulchin Research that shows Tran leading the Democratic Field and expanding that lead when more information is provided to likely primary voters.<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://prod.cdn.everyaction.com/images/van/NGP/NGP59/1/108787/images/Tran%20for%20CA-45%20-%20Public%20Memo.pdf">CLICK HERE TO READ THE POLLING MEMO</a><img src="https://run.imgix.net/75a7f42e-5a62-43ce-a7fd-85291defc373/34098b67-5d7a-4e82-9e5a-eba444572885/34098b67-5d7a-4e82-9e5a-eba444572885.png?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C1164%2C614&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="" align="center" alignwidth="30" variant="base">Tran leads the crowded Democratic field in the initial vote, and after the introduction of more positive information on all candidates, Tran increases his lead by +14% to 34%The stark difference in support between Derek and Nguyen-Penaloza after providing additional information is particularly noteworthy because the poll even informed voters of the California Democratic Party's endorsement of the Garden Grove Councilmember, yet she still loses ground and trails Derek by nearly -20 points.&nbsp;<img src="https://run.imgix.net/75a7f42e-5a62-43ce-a7fd-85291defc373/e83d5e38-4354-4287-b3b0-c8b555a4cfda/e83d5e38-4354-4287-b3b0-c8b555a4cfda.png?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C1396%2C596&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="" align="center" alignwidth="35" variant="base">###California’s 45th is a Congressional District representing portions of Orange and Los Angeles Counties in Southern California. A majority-minority district, the District has the second largest AAPI population (36.97%) of any Congressional District, and the largest Vietnamese community in the country.&nbsp; President Biden won the current district lines by +6 points and it has a +6 point Democratic registration advantage. It includes all or part of the Cities of Garden Grove, Westminster, Cerritos, Buena Park, Placentia, Hawaiian Gardens, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Artesia, Los Alamitos, La Palma, Brea, Lakewood, and Fullerton, as well as the unincorporated community of Rossmoor.The DCCC has listed it as a “<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://dccc.org/dccc-announces-2023-2024-districts-in-play/">District In Play</a>.”Use of Derek Tran's military rank, job titles, and photographs in uniform does not imply endorsement by the Dept. of Defense or U.S. Army.

Tran Lead Increases by Double Digits After Likely Primary Voters Are Read Candidate Bios

New Poll Memo Shows Derek Tran Leading Democratic Field In CA-45

Garden Grove, CA — Today, Workers’ Rights Advocate, U.S. Army Veteran, Consumer Rights Attorney, City Commissioner, and Small Business Owner Derek Tran, who is running in California’s 45th Congressional District, announced the endorsement of Democratic Representative Judy Chu (CA-28). Chu has served as the Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) for over a decade, and she is widely recognized as a leading advocate for Asian Americans in government.&nbsp;"I'm proud to endorse Derek Tran for Congress in California's 45th District,” said Rep. Chu. “As Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, I know that taking back the House runs through the AAPI community and CA-45. As a veteran, small business owner, city commissioner, and consumer rights' attorney, Derek understands the challenges Southern Californian families are facing.”Chu’s endorsement comes on the heels of endorsements from Rep. Zoe Lofgren, Chair of the California House Democratic Delegation, and Rep. Mark Takano, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs. Tran announced his run less than 2 months ago, establishing himself as a frontrunner by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.derektranforcongress.com/news?id=1e6dfff7-b1e9-4d8e-9a94-0a09f992f927">raising three times</a> what the combined Democratic field raised for Q3 2023 in just two weeks.###California’s 45th is a Congressional District representing portions of Orange and Los Angeles Counties in Southern California. A majority-minority district, the District has the second largest AAPI population (36.97%) of any Congressional District, and the largest Vietnamese community in the country.&nbsp; President Biden won the current district lines by +6 points and it has a +6 point Democratic registration advantage. It includes all or part of the Cities of Garden Grove, Westminster, Cerritos, Buena Park, Placentia, Hawaiian Gardens, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Artesia, Los Alamitos, La Palma, Brea, Lakewood, and Fullerton, as well as the unincorporated community of Rossmoor.The DCCC has listed it as a “<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://dccc.org/dccc-announces-2023-2024-districts-in-play/">District In Play</a>.”Use of Derek Tran's military rank, job titles, and photographs in uniform does not imply endorsement by the Dept. of Defense or U.S. Army.

Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus Chair and Democratic Leader Supports Tran

Rep. Judy Chu Endorses Derek Tran for CA-45

Garden Grove, CA — Today, U.S. Army Veteran, Consumer Rights Attorney, City Commissioner, and Small Business Owner, Derek Tran who is running in California’s 45th Congressional District, announced the endorsement of Democratic Representative Mark Takano (CA-41). Takano serves as the leading Democrat on the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs.&nbsp;“As the son of Vietnamese refugees, Derek knows first hand the hard work and sacrifice that so many have made to make the American Dream possible,” said Rep. Takano. “Derek enlisted in the army out of high school to give back to the country that has given his family so much. Derek is rooted deeply in Southern California, serving as a City Commissioner and a practicing Workers Rights Attorney, standing up for immigrants and workers that have been taken advantage of by corporate special interests. CA45 boasts the largest Vietnamese population in the Country, and Derek knows this community, is from this community, and will continue to fight for this community and all Californians in Congress.&nbsp; I am proud to endorse Derek Tran for Congress, and work with him to support our Veterans, tackle gun violence, and lower costs."Takano’s endorsement comes on the heels of an endorsement from Rep. Zoe Lofgren, Chair of the House Democratic Caucus, and several local elected officials. Tran announced his run less than 2 months ago, establishing himself as a frontrunner by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.derektranforcongress.com/news?id=1e6dfff7-b1e9-4d8e-9a94-0a09f992f927">raising three times</a> what the combined Democratic field raised for Q3 2023 in just two weeks.###California’s 45th is a Congressional District representing portions of Orange and Los Angeles Counties in Southern California. A majority-minority district, the District has the second largest AAPI population (36.97%) of any Congressional District, and the largest Vietnamese community in the country.&nbsp; President Biden won the current district lines by +6 points and it has a +6 point Democratic registration advantage. It includes all or part of the Cities of Garden Grove, Westminster, Cerritos, Buena Park, Placentia, Hawaiian Gardens, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Artesia, Los Alamitos, La Palma, Brea, Lakewood, and Fullerton, as well as the unincorporated community of Rossmoor.The DCCC has listed it as a “<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://dccc.org/dccc-announces-2023-2024-districts-in-play/">District In Play</a>.”Use of Derek Tran's military rank, job titles, and photographs in uniform does not imply endorsement by the Dept. of Defense or U.S. Army.

Ranking Member of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Supports Derek Tran

Rep. Mark Takano Endorses Derek Tran for CA-45

Garden Grove, CA —Today, U.S. Army Veteran, Consumer Rights Attorney, City Commissioner, and Small Business Owner, Derek Tran who is running in California’s 45th Congressional District, announced the endorsement of Democratic Representative Zoe Lofgren (CA-18). Lofgren serves as the elected Chair of the California Democratic Congressional Delegation.“Derek Tran enlisted in the Army while in high school because he wanted to give back to the country that had given his family so much. CA45 proudly represents the largest Vietnamese population in the Country, and Derek can communicate directly about his family’s refugee experience,” said Rep. Lofgren. “As a consumer rights attorney, Derek has fought for survivors of sexual harassment, and who workers who have been discriminated against by corporations. Rooted deeply in Orange County, Derek not only is raising a beautiful family, but also running a family pharmacy which seeks to help address the growing costs of prescription drugs - an issue Derek is committed to addressing in Congress. I am proud to endorse Derek Tran for Congress, and work with him to address the many challenges Californians face like protecting choice, tackling gun violence, and protecting our Democracy."Lofgren’s endorsement comes on the heels of an endorsement from New Politics, a national organization dedicated to electing leaders with service backgrounds, and 7 local elected officials. Tran announced his run just 6 weeks ago, establishing himself as a frontrunner by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.derektranforcongress.com/news?id=1e6dfff7-b1e9-4d8e-9a94-0a09f992f927">raising three times</a> what the combined Democratic field raised for Q3 2023 in just two weeks.###California’s 45th is a Congressional District representing portions of Orange and Los Angeles Counties in Southern California. A majority-minority district, the District has the second largest AAPI population (36.97%) of any Congressional District, and the largest Vietnamese community in the country.&nbsp; President Biden won the current district lines by +6 points and it has a +6 point Democratic registration advantage. It includes all or part of the Cities of Garden Grove, Westminster, Cerritos, Buena Park, Placentia, Hawaiian Gardens, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Artesia, Los Alamitos, La Palma, Brea, Lakewood, and Fullerton, as well as the unincorporated community of Rossmoor.The DCCC has listed it as a “<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://dccc.org/dccc-announces-2023-2024-districts-in-play/">District In Play</a>.”Use of Derek Tran's military rank, job titles, and photographs in uniform does not imply endorsement by the Dept. of Defense or U.S. Army.

Chair of the CA Democratic Congressional Delegation Announces Full Support of Derek Tran

Rep. Zoe Lofgren Endorses Derek Tran for CA-45

Garden Grove, CA — Today, U.S. Army Veteran, Consumer Rights Attorney, City Commissioner, and Small Business Owner, Derek Tran who is running California’s 45th Congressional District, spoke out against the atrocities being committed in Artsakh.“What is happening in Artsakh is genocide. I am appalled and the United States must respond. In Congress I will fight for the US’s formal recognition of the independent Republic of Nagorno Karabagh (Artsakh), affirming its right to self-determination within secure borders. In addition, the US should expand the annual US assistance to the Republic to at least $8 million in US developmental and humanitarian aid to offset ongoing Azerbaijani aggression and a blockade in place since 1988. As Co-Chair of the OSCE Minsk Group, the US should clearly and unequivocally condemn Azerbaijani aggression against Armenia and Artsakh.”###California’s 45th is a Congressional District representing portions of Orange and Los Angeles Counties in Southern California. A majority-minority district, the District has the second largest AAPI population (36.97%) of any Congressional District, and the largest Vietnamese community in the country. President Biden won the current district lines by +6 points and it has a +6 point Democratic registration advantage. It includes all or part of the Cities of Garden Grove, Westminster, Cerritos, Buena Park, Placentia, Hawaiian Gardens, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Artesia, Los Alamitos, La Palma, Brea, Lakewood, and Fullerton, as well as the unincorporated community of Rossmoor.The DCCC has listed it as a “<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://dccc.org/dccc-announces-2023-2024-districts-in-play/">District In Play.</a>”Use of Derek Tran's military rank, job titles, and photographs in uniform does not imply endorsement by the Dept. of Defense or U.S. Army.

Veteran and son of immigrants Derek Tran speaks out against the atrocities in Artsakh

Derek Tran Condemns Genocide in Armenia

Garden Grove, CA —Today, U.S. Army Veteran, Consumer Rights Attorney, City Commissioner, and Small Business Owner, Derek Tran who is running California’s 45th Congressional District, announced the endorsement of <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.newpolitics.org/">New Politics</a>, the national bi-partisan organization dedicated to electing military veterans and national service leaders.&nbsp;Emily Cherniack, Founder and Executive Director of New Politics released the following statement:“Derek Tran has committed his life to serving and empowering those around him. His experience as a Consumer Rights Attorney, City Commissioner, and Small Business Owner has given him unique insight into the varying needs of his community. Tran’s service in the Army taught him that it doesn’t matter where you’re from or how you vote, at the end of the day it’s about working together to see the mission through. New Politics is proud to endorse Derek Tran and eager to see him bring the New Politics mindset to Congress.”&nbsp;###California’s 45th is a Congressional District representing portions of Orange and Los Angeles Counties in Southern California. A majority-minority district, the District has the second largest AAPI population (36.97%) of any Congressional District, and the largest Vietnamese community in the country.&nbsp; President Biden won the current district lines by +6 points and it has a +6 point Democratic registration advantage. It includes all or part of the Cities of Garden Grove, Westminster, Cerritos, Buena Park, Placentia, Hawaiian Gardens, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Artesia, Los Alamitos, La Palma, Brea, Lakewood, and Fullerton, as well as the unincorporated community of Rossmoor.The DCCC has listed it as a “<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://dccc.org/dccc-announces-2023-2024-districts-in-play/">District In Play</a>.”Use of Derek Tran's military rank, job titles, and photographs in uniform does not imply endorsement by the Dept. of Defense or U.S. Army.

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New Politics Endorses Derek Tran In CA-45

Garden Grove, CA – Today, Derek Tran’s campaign for Congress in California’s 45th Congressional District, announced it had raised over $300,000 in just two weeks, more than tripling the combined total of the entire Democratic field’s 3rd quarter fundraising reports. The Army Veteran, consumer rights attorney, city commissioner, and small business owner, who launched his campaign on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/democrat-derek-tran-california-house-seat_n_6519ffdfe4b05c5fe1b6ce11">October 2nd</a>, continues to build momentum in this Republican held district which President Biden won by +6% in 2020 and has a +6% Democratic registration advantage.Tran is the son of Vietnamese refugees and, despite other candidates being in the race for the better part of a year, he has quickly built the only credible campaign to compete with MAGA Republican incumbent Michelle Steel in this Southern California district which has the 2nd largest Asian and Pacific Islander population in the entire country, the majority of which is Vietnamese.“This is a must win congressional district for Democrats to take back the house in 2024, and without a credible Democratic candidate, Derek once again answered the call to service and jumped into this race just two weeks ago. The response speaks for itself,” said former Democratic Party of Orange County Executive Director Ajay Mohan.FEC filings posted today show Democratic candidate <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://docquery.fec.gov/cgi-bin/forms/C00832170/1730777/">Kim Bernice Nguyen</a> raising $55,604, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://docquery.fec.gov/cgi-bin/forms/C00836528/1729564/">Cheyenne Hunt $26,654</a>, and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://docquery.fec.gov/cgi-bin/forms/C00836635/1730935/">Aditya Pai $7,178</a>. Another Democratic Candidate Jimmy Pham has since withdrawn from the race.<img src="https://run.imgix.net/75a7f42e-5a62-43ce-a7fd-85291defc373/bffb5a93-0646-428f-99fe-8bef99c00945/bffb5a93-0646-428f-99fe-8bef99c00945.png?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C1200%2C742&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="" align="center" alignwidth="27.5" variant="base">Derek Tran’s life of service stand’s in stark contrast to MAGA Michelle Steel’s <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://voiceofoc.org/2022/06/attempted-back-bay-land-sale-and-emails-between-county-and-wealthy-donor-come-under-the-microscope/">corruption</a>, support for banning abortion even in cases of rape and incest, and votes against<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2021/roll385.xml"> lowering the cost</a> of prescription drugs, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2021/roll075.xml">gun safety</a>, and protecting California’s <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://clerk.house.gov/Votes/2023232?Date=05%2F23%2F2023">air quality</a>, and coast from<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://clerk.house.gov/Votes/202349"> offshore drilling</a>, have made her extremely vulnerable.&nbsp;Tran is the son of refugees who fled the Communist regime in Vietnam, arriving in Southern California as members of the Vietnamese Boat People, named after the thousands of small watercraft, who sought freedom, opportunity, and safety in America after the Vietnam War. Through hard work and sacrifice, Derek’s parents opened a corner grocery where he worked every day after public school.&nbsp;Enlisting in the Army at the age of 18, Derek wanted to give back to the country that had given his family so much, and went to law school to uphold the liberties, individual rights, and rule of law that his parents immigrated to America for. Turning down high paying jobs in corporate law, Derek chose to open up his small business in Orange County and fight for immigrants, workers, survivors of sexual harassment, and consumers.Derek is married to his amazing wife Michelle, a pharmacist who grew up in Garden Grove. Together they run a brick and mortar pharmacy in Orange County. Derek and Michelle have 3 children who attend Orange County public schools.&nbsp; Derek sits on the board of Consumers of Attorneys of California and mentors at-risk youth at Sunburst Academy, which is located at Joint Forces Training Base Los Alamitos where Derek served.&nbsp;###California’s 45th is a Congressional District representing portions of Orange and Los Angeles Counties in Southern California. A majority-minority district, the District has the second largest AAPI population (36.97%) of any Congressional District, and the largest Vietnamese community in the country.&nbsp; President Biden won the current district lines by +6 points and it has a +6 point Democratic registration advantage. It includes all or part of the Cities of Garden Grove, Westminster, Cerritos, Buena Park, Placentia, Hawaiian Gardens, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Artesia, Los Alamitos, La Palma, Brea, Lakewood, and Fullerton, as well as the unincorporated community of Rossmoor. The DCCC has listed it as a “<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://dccc.org/dccc-announces-2023-2024-districts-in-play/">District In Play</a>.”Use of Derek Tran's military rank, job titles, and photographs in uniform does not imply endorsement by the Dept. of Defense or U.S. Army.

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Garden Grove, CA – In the face of escalating violence and the recent attacks on Israel by Hamas, Army veteran, consumer rights lawyer, and Congressional candidate Derek Tran has issued a resolute statement condemning these actions while expressing unwavering support for Israel."The terrorist attacks by Hamas in Israel are horrific and those responsible must be held accountable. I stand with the people of Israel and their right to defend themselves." Tran said.Tran's statement underscores his unwavering support for Israel's right to self-defense and security, as well as his commitment to holding perpetrators accountable. He believes that a peaceful resolution, rooted in diplomacy and dialogue, is the only way forward.###California’s 45th is a Congressional District representing portions of Orange and Los Angeles Counties in Southern California. A majority-minority district, the District has the second largest AAPI population (36.97%) of any Congressional District, and the largest Vietnamese community in the country.&nbsp; President Biden won the current district lines by +6 points and it has a +6 point Democratic registration advantage. It includes all or part of the Cities of Garden Grove, Westminster, Cerritos, Buena Park, Placentia, Hawaiian Gardens, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Artesia, Los Alamitos, La Palma, Brea, Lakewood, and Fullerton, as well as the unincorporated community of Rossmoor.The DCCC has listed it as a “<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://dccc.org/dccc-announces-2023-2024-districts-in-play/">District In Play</a>.”Use of Derek Tran's military rank, job titles, and photographs in uniform does not imply endorsement by the Dept. of Defense or U.S. Army.

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"Tran is the son of Vietnamese refugees who fled communist Vietnam by boat in the aftermath of the Vietnam War, arriving in Southern California."

OC Register: Another Democrat is vying to flip Rep. Michelle Steel’s seat in heavily Vietnamese CA-45

"Steel takes money from MAGA extremists, oil companies, pharmaceutical corporations, and gun manufacturers, and then votes their way," said Tran.

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"Derek Tran jumped into one of California’s most competitive House races months later than his fellow Democratic contenders, but his first-day fundraising haul shows he is making up for lost time."

POLITICO: California Democrat makes cash splash in late entrance to competitive House race

"Tran, an attorney at the Tran Firm and owner of True Care Pharmacy in Anaheim with his wife, Michelle, is now one of five hopefuls running against incumbent Rep. Michelle Steel..."

Los Angeles Times: Veteran and business owner Derek Tran announces bid to represent CA-45

"Tran's background of military service and as the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.derektranforcongress.com/">son of Vietnamese refugees</a> could also be an asset against Steel..."

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"Rep. Michelle Steel (R-Calif.) is a top target for Democrats hoping to retake the House."

Huffington Post: Democrat Derek Tran Announces Bid For Key California House Seat

Garden Grove, CA – Today, Army veteran, consumer rights attorney, city commissioner, and small business owner Derek Tran announced his campaign for California’s 45th District against MAGA incumbent Michelle Steel. Steel’s <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://derektranforcongress.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1e659e390a2db62866d4e89b&amp;id=0898587174&amp;e=e1e19435f1">corruption</a>, support for banning abortion even in cases of rape and incest, and votes against <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://derektranforcongress.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1e659e390a2db62866d4e89b&amp;id=d8288576dc&amp;e=e1e19435f1">lowering the cost</a> of prescription drugs, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://derektranforcongress.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1e659e390a2db62866d4e89b&amp;id=e547a1d064&amp;e=e1e19435f1">gun safety</a>, and protecting California’s <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://derektranforcongress.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1e659e390a2db62866d4e89b&amp;id=3fc7511fba&amp;e=e1e19435f1">air quality</a>, and coast from<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://derektranforcongress.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1e659e390a2db62866d4e89b&amp;id=3f27d92d5d&amp;e=e1e19435f1"> offshore drilling</a>, have made her extremely vulnerable."My parents were Vietnamese refugees who worked hard and sacrificed so that I could realize the American Dream,” said Derek Tran. “I joined the Army to give back to the country that has given me so much, and every day as a consumer rights attorney, I fight for workers across the 45th District — holding bad actors accountable and ensuring that individuals, not special interests, get the justice they deserve. As a proud small business owner of a neighborhood pharmacy, I see the influence of big pharmaceutical companies and the impact their price gouging has on seniors and families in our community. I’m running for Congress because Michelle Steel has time and time again sided with her special interests donors instead of the voters of the 45th District. I’m ready to put people ahead of politics, protect our democracy, and ensure everyone, no matter what neighborhood they come from, has the opportunity to succeed without fear of their freedoms being taken away."In his announcement, Tran highlighted his campaign team and their record of winning and flipping seats in Orange County and across California from Red to Blue. It includes:<ul><li>Left Hook - Media and Digital</li><li>Tulchin Research - Polling</li><li>Bergmann Zwerdling Direct - Direct Mail</li><li>Momentum Campaigns - Online Fundraising</li></ul>“The 45th District is a must win seat for Democrats to take back the house, and Derek Tran is the only candidate who can flip it,” said Ajay Mohan, Political Director for the campaign, and former Executive Director of the Democratic Party of Orange County. “With the largest Vietnamese population in the country, Derek’s personal story, military service, small business experience, and ability to communicate directly will be incredibly effective in reaching voters.”Tran is the son of refugees who fled the Communist regime in Vietnam, arriving in Southern California as members of the Vietnamese Boat People, named after the thousands of small watercraft, who sought freedom, opportunity, and safety in America after the Vietnam War. Through hard work and sacrifice, Derek’s parents opened a corner grocery where he worked every day after public school.Enlisting in the Army at the age of 18, Derek wanted to give back to the country that had given his family so much, and went to law school to uphold the liberties, individual rights, and rule of law that his parents immigrated to America for. Turning down high paying jobs in corporate law, Derek chose to open up his small business in Orange County and fight for immigrants, workers, survivors of sexual harassment, and consumers.Derek is married to his amazing wife Michelle, a pharmacist who grew up in Garden Grove. Together they run a brick and mortar pharmacy in Orange County. Derek and Michelle have 3 children who attend Orange County public schools. &nbsp;Derek sits on the board of Consumers of Attorneys of California and mentors at-risk youth at Sunburst Academy, which is located at Joint Forces Training Base Los Alamitos where Derek served.###California’s 45th is a Congressional District representing portions of Orange and Los Angeles Counties in Southern California. A majority-minority district, the District has the second largest AAPI population (36.97%) of any Congressional District, and the largest Vietnamese community in the country. &nbsp;President Biden won the current district lines by +6 points and it has a +6 point Democratic registration advantage. It includes all or part of the Cities of Garden Grove, Westminster, Cerritos, Buena Park, Placentia, Hawaiian Gardens, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Artesia, Los Alamitos, La Palma, Brea, Lakewood, and Fullerton, as well as the unincorporated community of Rossmoor. The DCCC has listed it as a “<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://derektranforcongress.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1e659e390a2db62866d4e89b&amp;id=fb05b19637&amp;e=e1e19435f1">District In Play</a>.”Use of Derek Tran's military rank, job titles, and photographs in uniform does not imply endorsement by the Dept. of Defense or U.S. Army.

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