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Derek Tran Outraises MAGA Rep. Michelle Steel In CA-45
On Heels Of Polling Showing a Dead Heat, Tran’s Fundraising Haul Overshadows Steel's Special Interest Big Money Backers as The Democratic Nominee’s Grassroots Support Soars
Derek Tran Issues Statement on President Biden’s Departure from the 2024 Presidential Race
Workers’ Rights Advocate, U.S. Army Veteran, City Commissioner, Small Business Owner, and CA-45 congressional candidate Derek T on theran issues statement on President Biden’s decision to exit the Presidential race.
Michelle Steel's Extreme Anti-Choice Agenda Exposed on the Anniversary of Dobbs's Decision
“Michelle Steel and the MAGA extremists in congress are waging a war on women’s rights,” said Derek Tran. “Steel’s relentless push for a nationwide abortion ban, even lying to her constituents about supporting exceptions for rape, incest, and the health of the mother, is beyond reprehensible. Women deserve the freedom to make their own healthcare and bodies without interference from politicians. Steel’s voting record is dangerous. Her actions prove she is willing to sacrifice the rights and well-being of women to advance her extremist agenda. In Congress, I pledge to fight for women’s rights and work towards codifying a national right to abortion care.”
Derek Tran Supports U.S Backed Resolution calling for return of hostages and ceasefire.
"Too many innocent lives on both sides have been caught in the cross lines of this war and we must pursue all diplomatic efforts to end the war in Gaza. Let's bring hostages held by Hamas back home and work together to end this war and catastrophic humanitarian crisis. Let us work towards a future that ensures both Israel’s security and Palestinian self-determination; a two state solution that both groups can live in peace and prosper." Said Derek Tran
"I support the recent U.S.-backed UN Resolution 2735 which reflects our commitment to peace, diplomacy, and humanitarian values. This resolution, the result of months of efforts by the U.S. and its allies, is a crucial step towards achieving lasting peace and stability in the region. It is essential that we continue to support these diplomatic initiatives to secure a prosperous future for all."
Michelle Steel Honors Vietnamese Communist Officials
In a stunning display of hypocrisy, Southern California MAGA Congresswoman Michelle Steel is under fire for honoring members of the Vietnamese government with official certificates of recognition. Earlier this week, Steel delivered a speech on the floor of Congress, calling for Vietnam to be labeled a nation of particular concern for its persecution of Buddhist leader Thich Minh Tue. Yet, just a few years ago, Steel publicly honored Ho Xuan Son, the Consulate General of Vietnam, with a certificate of recognition from her position as Orange County Supervisor.
USA TODAY - Ken Tran
How a California Democrat hopes to become Little Saigon's first Vietnamese House member
WESTMINSTER, Calif. – On a cloudy recent holiday morning, as dozens of people who served in the South Vietnamese army mingled after honoring the memories of those who died in the Vietnam War, one veteran called out to his friends to "meet Derek!"
That would be Derek Tran, a micro-celebrity of sorts in Southern California's Vietnamese community who posed for Memorial Day selfies and shook hands with people interested in meeting the Democratic candidate for an Orange County-based U.S. House seat that his party sees as a critical part of its pathway to winning back the majority in November. The area he's running to represent is home to Little Saigon, a district with one of the largest Vietnamese populations outside of Vietnam itself.
POLL Memo
Polling of Voters in California’s 45th Congressional District Finds Democrat Derek Tran Tied with Republican Congresswoman Michelle Steel
A recent Tulchin Research poll among likely November 2024 voters in California's 45th Congressional District reveals a highly competitive race for Congress, with Democrat Derek Tran in a strong position against Republican Congresswoman Michelle Steel.
NEW POLLING: Derek Tran In Dead Heat With Michelle Steel In CA-45
As the 2024 congressional race heats up in California's 45th District, new polling shows Democratic nominee, Army veteran, workers’ rights advocate, and small business owner Derek Tran in a dead heat with incumbent Republican Michelle Steel this November.
Press Relese
Primary Results Show Rep. Michelle Steel is Set Up to Lose in 2024
An analysis of the March 5, 2024 primary results shows vulnerable MAGA Republican Michelle Steel significantly underperformed and is in serious risk of losing her seat. Steel faces a tough November electorate against Democratic nominee, Army veteran, workers’ rights advocate, and small business owner Derek Tran who is on track to flip this seat from Red to Blue this November.
The Steels Peddle Access To Trump - Is Michelle Steel’s Silence Surprising?
Steel Family Has A History Of Peddling Access To The Trump Administration To Chinese Communist Officials
ICYMI: Steel Family Corruption On Full Display At GOP Convention
Wall Street Journal & Orange County Register Report On Michelle Steel’s Spouse & Former Business Partner Shawn Steel Selling Access To Chinese Communist Government Officials
Derek Tran Kicks Off Pride Month with Endorsements from Equality California & Equality PAC
Opponent Michelle Steel Votes Against LGBTQ+ Hate Crime Funding and Brags About Pulling Her Daughter Out Of School Because Of Gay Influence
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LA Times: Could Orange County help determine the balance of power in Congress?
Derek Tran Sends Letter to Los Angeles County Supervisors Protesting the Dedication of April 30 as “Jane Fonda Day”
Tran Stands with Vietnamese Community Against Honoring Actress Jane Fonda on Black April
Reproductive Freedom for All Endorses Derek Tran
Today, CA45 candidate Derek Tran announced that he was endorsed by Reproductive Freedom for All. RFFA, formerly NARAL Pro-Choice America, is a national organization dedicated to protecting women’s right to choose. Derek’s opponent in this race, extreme MAGA Republican Michelle Steel, has twice co-sponsored a national abortion ban with no exceptions for rape, incenst, the health of the mother, or IVF treatments.
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FOX NEWS: Dems target four competitive House seats to wrestle back majority from GOP
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Planned Parenthood Action Fund Endorses Derek Tran
Today, U.S. Army Veteran and workers’ rights attorney Derek Tran, who is running in California’s 45th Congressional District, announced the support of the Planned Parenthood Action Fund, the political arm of Planned Parenthood.
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LOS ANGELES times: Six California House races that could help determine control of Congress
Derek Tran Added To DCCC “Red to Blue” Program
Army Veteran Is Challenging Corrupt MAGA Rep. Michelle Steel In California’s 45th District
ICYMI: Michelle Steel Voted to Ban Mifepristone in Unrelenting Effort to Ban All Abortions Without Exceptions for Rape, Incest, or Health of the Mother
Southern California MAGA Congresswoman Michelle Steel voted yes on a bill that would have banned FDA approved Mifepristone nationwide. Rolling Stone covered this vote from September in an article written this week by Tessa Stuart.
Tran Wins Top Two Primary Finish in CA-45
Army veteran advances to face Michelle Steel in the 2024 General Election
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AP: California's closely watched House primaries offer preview of battle to control Congress
OC Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento Endorses Derek Tran
Leader Known For Anti-Corruption Work backs Tran to fight against Michelle Steel’s Corrupt Agenda
VIDEO: Derek Tran Releases New Ad “Service”
Army Veteran & Workers Rights Advocate Releases First Ad For the 2024 Primary in Nationally Targeted Seat
ASPIRE PAC Endorses Derek Tran
National AAPI Coalition Throws Support Behind Tran
CA Attorney General Rob Bonta Endorses Derek Tran
AG Bonta’s Endorsement Comes on the Heels of Strong Poll Numbers for Tran.
ICYMI: New York Times - Michelle Steel Sponsors “Life at Conception Bill” A National Abortion Ban Without Exceptions For Rape, Incest, Or Health Of The Mother
NYT Highlights Michelle Steel’s No Exception Extremism and Democrat Derek Tran’s Pro-Choice Record
Lt. Commander Jay Chen Endorses Derek Tran In CA-45
Former Democratic Nominee Against Michelle Steel Backs Tran
Mayor Pro Tem Jessie Lopez Endorses Derek Tran for CA-45
Local Leader Names Tran “Candidate… Doing the Real Work”
Derek Tran Raises Over $500,000 In CA-45
Announcement Comes On Heels Of High Profile Endorsements In CA-45 Battleground District
Rep. Seth Moulton’s Serve America PAC Endorses Derek Tran for CA-45
National Organization Supporting Democrats with Service Oriented Careers Backs Tran
Tomorrow’s Jobs Endorses Derek Tran for CA-45
National Small Business Organization Backs Tran
New Democrat Coalition Action Fund Endorses Derek Tran for CA-45
Congressional Coalition Representing 98 Members Backs Tran
Democrats Serve Endorses Derek Tran for CA-45
National Democratic PAC Highlights Tran’s Viability and Lifetime Of Service
VoteVets Endorses Derek Tran for CA-45
National Organization Dedicated To Supporting Military Veterans Supports Tran
New Poll Memo Shows Derek Tran Leading Democratic Field In CA-45
Tran Lead Increases by Double Digits After Likely Primary Voters Are Read Candidate Bios
Rep. Judy Chu Endorses Derek Tran for CA-45
Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus Chair and Democratic Leader Supports Tran
Rep. Mark Takano Endorses Derek Tran for CA-45
Ranking Member of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Supports Derek Tran
Rep. Zoe Lofgren Endorses Derek Tran for CA-45
Chair of the CA Democratic Congressional Delegation Announces Full Support of Derek Tran
Derek Tran Condemns Genocide in Armenia
Veteran and son of immigrants Derek Tran speaks out against the atrocities in Artsakh
New Politics Endorses Derek Tran In CA-45
National Organization Dedicated To Electing Military & Service Oriented Military Leaders Backs Tran
Derek Tran Triples Democratic Field In CA-45 With $300k Raised In Two Weeks
Army Veteran Announced His Congressional Race On October 2nd In AAPI Nationally Targeted District
Derek Tran condemns Hamas terrorist attacks
U.S. Army Veteran and CA-45 Congressional Candidate stands with Israel
OC Register: Another Democrat is vying to flip Rep. Michelle Steel’s seat in heavily Vietnamese CA-45
"Tran is the son of Vietnamese refugees who fled communist Vietnam by boat in the aftermath of the Vietnam War, arriving in Southern California."
BusinessInsider: Some vulnerable Republicans aren't cashing Marjorie Taylor Greene's $2,000 checks
"Steel takes money from MAGA extremists, oil companies, pharmaceutical corporations, and gun manufacturers, and then votes their way," said Tran.
Derek Tran Announces Campaign For California’s 45th Congressional District
Army Veteran, Consumer Rights Attorney, City Commissioner, and Small Business Owner Launches Campaign In Biden +6% District Against Incumbent MAGA Republican Michelle Steel
POLITICO: California Democrat makes cash splash in late entrance to competitive House race
"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."
Los Angeles Times: Veteran and business owner Derek Tran announces bid to represent CA-45
"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..."
DailyKos: A lot of new House candidates launched their bids. GOP leaders aren't happy about one
"Tran's background of military service and as the son of Vietnamese refugees could also be an asset against Steel..."
Huffington Post: Democrat Derek Tran Announces Bid For Key California House Seat
"Rep. Michelle Steel (R-Calif.) is a top target for Democrats hoping to retake the House."
ICYMI: MAGA Extremists in Congress block IVF and Contraception Protection, Again
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