California Federation of Labor Unions Endorses Congressman Derek Tran

Apr

2026

PRESS RELEASE

California Federation of Labor Unions Endorses Congressman Derek Tran

The largest labor organization in California targets this high-stakes race to ensure legislative majorities in 2026 Midterms

Garden Grove, CA – Today, the California Federation of Labor Unions (CFLU) endorsed frontline candidate Derek Tran, who represents the most competitive House seat in Southern California.

Representing more than 2.3 million members across 1,300 unions in manufacturing, retail, construction, hospitality, public sector, health care, entertainment, and other industries, the endorsement from the CFLU represents Congressman Tran’s strong commitment to standing up for labor and delivering results for working class Americans. CFLU’s endorsement adds to a growing coalition of labor organizations backing Tran’s reelection, including most recently from the Western States Regional Council of Carpenters.

“It is an honor to earn the support of the 2.3 million union members represented by the California Federation of Labor Unions,” said Congressman Tran. “When Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans turn their backs on unions, I’m proud to stand on the picket lines and fight for working class Americans. In Congress, I’m delivering real results to strengthen labor and ensure unions have the federal resources to fight for stronger wages and safer working conditions.”

“The California Federation of Labor Unions, AFL-CIO is proud to endorse Rep. Derek Tran,” said Lorena Gonzalez, President of the California Federation of Labor Unions. “There are over 55,000 union members in CA-45. As a workers' rights attorney, Derek knows what it means to fight on behalf of working Americans. He has stood alongside us on the picket line, and supported Labor in the halls of Congress, advocating for strong wages, safe working conditions, comprehensive benefits, and an economy that works for everyone, not just the few.”