Derek TranDerek Tran

As a workers’ rights attorney, Derek has fought to ensure corporations treat employees fairly. In Congress, he will continue advocating to make the minimum wage a living wage, protect safer working conditions, and defend the right of every worker to look forward to a secure retirement.

Congressman Derek Tran is the type of leader who will not stop fighting for change until every family in America is able to live in a world free from the scourge of gun violence—and he’s exactly the champion we need to get the job done once and for all.

This candidate does not actively take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. However, he has had a troubling record recently supporting votes around the FISA legislation to allow unregulated surveillance of Americans and previously voted in support of the Laken Riley act. Continued advocacy is needed to continue improving his legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.

Primary: Jun 2, 2026

VoteVets endorsed. U.S. Army veteran.

Incumbent

Rep. Derek Tran flipped this Orange County seat in 2024 and is a top target for Republicans looking to claw it back. His re-election would cement Democratic gains in Southern California's changing suburbs, and he has proven to be a strong fundraiser.

Congressman Derek Tran has worked to bring federal investment back to Orange County, advancing nearly $11 million for local infrastructure, housing and public safety projects in 2026. His work has included funding for the Orange County Housing Finance Trust as well as infrastructure improvements designed to support local businesses and economic activity in communities including Fullerton and Placentia.

Harm Reduction. Incumbent moderate Democrat preferring law enforcement cooperation; best candidate amongst opponents but lacks strong reform record.