Derek Tran

Derek Tran was born in Los Angeles County, California.[1] He earned his bachelor's degree from Bentley University and his law degree from Glendale University. He served eight years in the U.S. Army.[2] His career experience includes working as a consumer rights attorney and small business owner.[3]

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Campaign websiteTran's campaign website stated the following:ChoiceFollowing the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, Derek has fought to defend women’s health and rights in Congress. As the father of a young daughter, Derek is 100% pro-choice and has stood strong to protect funding for Planned Parenthood and access to critical women’s health services like birth control and cancer screenings.EducationDerek believes education is the key to unlocking opportunity and a brighter future. The father of three young children in public schools and a youth mentor for kids in need, Derek has fought to ensure every child has a quality education by working to raise wages for teachers, investing in community public schools, supporting programs like early childhood education that give students more opportunities to succeed, and providing more vocational education and job training.HealthcareDerek believes healthcare should be a right, not a privilege. As the owner of a local pharmacy, Derek and his wife have helped their community access lifesaving medicine, and he understands the challenges families face in affording care. He’s taken on the big insurance and pharmaceutical companies to rein in the high cost of healthcare and prescription drugs and stood up to Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans’ efforts to cut Medicaid. Derek will continue to defend Medicare so everyone has access to quality, affordable health care.Trump & MAGAWith our democracy under threat from Donald Trump and his MAGA allies, Derek has fought to defend our rights and values. He will fight back against the extremists who want to cut Social Security and Medicare, discriminate against LGBTQ+, immigrant, and minority communities, and take away a woman’s right to choose. And Derek will work to strengthen voting rights for every American and defend our free and fair elections from Trump and MAGA Republicans who want to overturn our democracy.Special Interests & CorruptionWhile families are getting squeezed by rising prices, Washington insiders like Michelle Steel are continuing to give tax breaks to their corporate donors and special interests. Derek will fight to end this culture of corruption in our politics. He supports efforts to limit the influence and power of lobbyists and special interests, and supports strong campaign finance reforms and more transparency to stop corporations from buying elections.EconomyDerek is committed to standing with workers. As a workers’ rights attorney, Derek protected workers by going after corporations that put their profits over the fair treatment of immigrants, survivors of sexual harassment, and victims of workplace discrimination. Derek is fighting to make the minimum wage a living wage so families can keep up with rising costs, advocate for safer working conditions, and ensure that all workers can afford housing and look forward to a secure retirement.Standing Up to ChinaDerek’s family fled a murderous communist regime in Vietnam. He knows firsthand the devastating impact of totalitarian governments and is committed to standing firm against Chinese Communist rule. In Congress, he has advocated for policies that promote democracy, human rights, and freedom of expression. He has supported measures to counter Chinese aggression and expansionism, while also engaging in strategic diplomacy to protect American interests and strengthen alliances with our allies. Derek has championed initiatives that bolster economic competitiveness, reduce reliance on Chinese supply chains, and safeguard against unfair trade practices. By confronting the challenges posed by communism and China head-on, Derek believes that America can uphold the values of liberty and democracy that his parents sought when they came to this country, and ensure a brighter future for generations.GunsDerek is committed to keeping our communities safe. With three young children, Derek finds himself constantly worried about the threat of gun violence. He has taken on the NRA by fighting for common-sense gun safety laws like universal background checks and a ban on assault weapons. He’s worked to put more police on the streets to crack down on rising crime and put dangerous criminals in prison. And Derek has fought for more investments in violence prevention and rehabilitation programs to address the root causes of crime.Small BusinessDerek believes small businesses are the backbone of our economy. As the owner of a local pharmacy in Orange County that provides low-cost medicine to his community, he understands the struggles many face today. That’s why Derek is working to cut taxes for middle-class families and small businesses and bring back more good-paying jobs in clean energy and advanced manufacturing to ensure we make things here in America and keep our shelves stocked.Blockchain & Crypto TechnologiesDerek Tran believes the United States should lead in developing new technologies. Blockchain addresses a crucial issue in both digital and physical economies: trust. Its immutable public ledger has proven valuable in diverse areas, from global shipping to innovative financial systems. Establishing clear regulations for this technology will foster growth, safeguard consumers, and enhance national security.— Derek Tran's campaign website (August 3, 2026)Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

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.

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. 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.

After the military, Derek went to law school to uphold the liberties, individual rights, and rule of law that his parents immigrated to America for.

While corporations are raking in record profits and customers are paying more for basic goods and services, Derek holds bad actors accountable, ensuring that workers, immigrants, and survivors of sexual harassment get the justice they deserve.

Derek serves as a Traffic Commissioner, sits on the board of Consumers of Attorneys of California and mentors at-risk youth.

Derek and his wife Michelle, a pharmacist, own a small pharmacy together, and have three children in public school.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Holding Corporations And Special Interests AccountableHonoring Our Veterans And Military FamiliesProtecting Individual Rights, Personal Freedoms, And The Right To Choose

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Veterans Services, Healthcare Access & Affordability, Gun Safety