OC Republicans Demand Condemnation Over Rep. Dave Min's Alleged "Joke"

Orange County Republicans have publicly challenged Democratic groups to condemn what they described as a "joke" made by Representative Dave Min (D-Irvine). In a tweet posted on August 17, 2025, the official account of OC Republicans stated, "> Representative Dave Min (D-Irvine) woke up this morning and decided to make this “joke.” It’s not funny. Will wait to see if Democratic groups condemn it or just sweep under the rug of partisanship." The tweet did not provide specific details regarding the content of the alleged "joke."

The exact nature of the comment attributed to Representative Min remains undisclosed in the social media post. The phrasing suggests a recent utterance by the Congressman, prompting an immediate and strong reaction from the Republican organization. Independent verification of the alleged statement's content and context is currently unavailable.

Representative Dave Min, who assumed office as the U.S. Representative for California's 47th congressional district in January 2025, has previously faced scrutiny over his public conduct. In 2023, while serving as a state senator, Min was arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) and later pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor. This incident has been a recurring point of criticism from political opponents, with the California Globe reporting in early 2025 that the DUI continued to be a "constant source of ire" and a factor in public perception.

The OC Republicans' tweet directly challenges the Democratic Party to take a stance, implying that a failure to condemn the alleged remark would be an act of "partisanship." This public call for condemnation highlights the ongoing political tensions and the use of social media as a platform for inter-party criticism in Orange County. The incident underscores how quickly political statements, even those lacking specific details, can become points of contention and calls for accountability.