Westminster, CA – March 6, 2026. Today, filing officially closed for the 2026 California primary election, setting the field of candidates for California’s 45th Congressional District. Proven conservative and Westminster Mayor Charlie Nguyen has solidified his status as the leading Republican candidate to take on left-wing incumbent Derek Tran.  “I am proud to be in the fight for the issues that matter most to my neighbors: affordability, public safety, and protecting the fre

In just two months, our campaign raised over $300,000 in small dollar donations —without a professional fundraiser. That level of early support doesn’t come from consultants or insiders. It comes when voters recognize clarity, conviction, and a mission that speaks to everyday life. This campaign stands for a simple, tangible goal that voters can picture: safe streets, full grocery carts, and paychecks that cover the bills . That means freeing American businesses and farms fro