Representative Derek Tran Returns Over $5 Million Directly to Constituents

Orange County, CA – Representative Derek Tran (CA-45) announced that his congressional casework operation has successfully recovered more than $5 million in federal benefits for constituents across Orange and LA Counties. 

Representative Tran's casework team has worked directly with constituents to cut through bureaucratic delays and secure benefits such as delayed Social Security payments, outstanding tax refunds, and Veterans' pensions.

"My first priority will always be the hardworking families of California’s 45th district. My constituents deserve to see the government work for them, and I am proud that my casework operation has recovered over $5 million for families in our community," said Representative Tran. "Whether a grandmother in Westminster is waiting on her Social Security check or a Veteran in Cerritos needs to be seen at the VA, my office will always be there to get them the answers they need. I am so proud of what we have accomplished for our community, and I look forward to delivering even more for the hardworking families of Southern California.” 

Representative Tran’s office has returned nearly $1.5 million in federal tax refunds, over $600,000 in Social Security checks, and nearly $3 million in Small Business Administration grants. 

Representative Tran’s office has heard from numerous constituents regarding the timeliness and professionalism of its casework services, including: 

“I reached out to Congressman Derek Tran’s office after experiencing an extended delay and multiple review notices regarding my federal tax refund, which caused significant stress and uncertainty for my family. From the beginning, the constituent services team was professional, responsive, and compassionate. The staff took the time to understand my situation, explained the process clearly, and consistently followed up with the appropriate federal agency on my behalf. Their communication was timely and reassuring throughout the entire process. Thanks to their dedication and persistence, my case was successfully resolved, and my tax refund was finally released after a long period of waiting. This outcome brought tremendous relief and peace of mind to my family. I am truly grateful to Congressman Derek Tran and his staff for their support and commitment to serving the community. Their assistance made a meaningful difference in my life, and I sincerely appreciate the important work they do to help constituents navigate difficult situations,” said Cat, a constituent from Garden Grove.

“The team at Congressman Tran’s office, especially Katrina, handled my case with remarkable professionalism, compassion, and persistence. She navigated the complexities of my claim efficiently and kept me updated every step of the way. Thanks to the dedication, I received over $37,000 in survival benefits — a resolution I truly believe would not have been possible without your intervention,” said Rayan, a constituent from Fullerton.

“Amazing, I got a call on a Saturday responding to my voice mail concerning non response from Social Security.  On Monday , the agency called and processed my pending claim.  It went from 'nothing was getting done' to 'it's all done' in a few days.  Thank you for your excellent attention,” said Mitch, a constituent from Garden Grove. 

Congressional casework is a free service available to all constituents. Representative Tran's office assists residents in resolving issues with all federal agencies. Constituents in need of casework assistance are encouraged to contact Representative Tran's district office at (714) 960-6483 or click here to submit a casework request.

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Congressman Derek Tran represents California’s 45th Congressional District. Serving his first term in Congress, Congressman Tran is a member of the House Armed Services Committee and House Small Business Committee, where he is Ranking Member of the Oversight, Investigations, and Regulations Subcommittee. Congressman Tran is the son of Vietnamese refugees, a Veteran, and fought for consumers as an attorney before entering Congress.