We have compiled pertinent government documents outlining years of corruption by disgraced former Supervisor Andrew Do.
Even before she was sworn in, Supervisor Janet Nguyen worked to hold Do accountable for his crimes. She has been focused on uncovering all wrongdoing, seeking justice for all victims of Do and his accomplices and returning money stolen from the County of Orange to the First District.
Do’s bribery scheme cost the County more than $10 million, as funds earmarked for COVID relief were funneled to co-conspirators who didn’t carry out contracted duties. Most notably, this included feeding needy homebound seniors and constructing a Vietnam War veteran’s memorial. Others were victimized as well, as Do hired companies to perform services for the First District that were never reimbursed. Do has been sentenced to 5 years in prison and will turn himself in on Aug. 15, 2025 to be transported to prison.
Aug. 11, 2025
Andrew Do restitution hearing
The County of Orange was in federal court fighting to recover $10 million in funds misappropriated by Do. US District Court Judge James Selna awarded $878,230. Supervisor Janet Nguyen issued the following statement:
“I’m disappointed in the judge’s ruling, however there is a process to obtain $5 million in funds seized from bank accounts and the sales of homes belonging to Andrew Do’s daughter and businesses associated with his scheme. We will work with the US Attorney to obtain these funds to return back to the residents he stole from.”
Read the US Attorney and County of Orange briefs on this hearing here:
- Doc 57 - Pl. Fed DOJ Restitution Brief - 07.21.2025
- County Victim Memo of Law Requesting Restitution w Exhs 7.25.2025
June 12, 2025
Supervisor Janet Nguyen sends letter to US Attorney General to investigate fraudulent activities of Do associates
360 COVID Clinic, which contracted with the County during the onset of COVID, was revealed during an audit to have possible fraudulent billing practices. Do spearheaded awarding the operators its lucrative contract.
June 9, 2025
Do sentenced to five years in federal prison
Former Supervisor Andrew Do was sentenced to 5 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit bribery. The sentencing occurred amid a sweeping investigation into public corruption.
https://bos1.ocgov.com/pr-andrew-do-sentenced-max
June 6, 2025
Peter Anh Pham indicted in bribery scheme
Federal prosecutors indicted Peter Anh Pham for bribing Do and embezzling approximately $12 million in pandemic relief. He is accused of using the nonprofit as a front to pocket taxpayer money.
Peter Pham and Andrew Do
June 3, 2025
Supervisor Janet Nguyen asks US Attorney General and California Attorney General to look at medical contracts
The letter asks the two prosecutors to investigate how Do seemingly inserted himself into a property deal involving CalOptima and several of his associates whom he had awarded other lucrative County contracts.
April 29, 2025
Board approves victim impact statement led by Supervisor Janet Nguyen
The Board voted to submit a formal victim impact statement to the Department of Justice. The statement aims to highlight the harm done to county residents and the integrity of local government.
April 22, 2025
Board of Supervisors urges DOJ to reopen case, led by Supervisor Janet Nguyen
The Board voted to request that the U.S. Department of Justice revisit the Do case. The Board asked federal officials to consider whether additional individuals should face charges.
https://bos1.ocgov.com/pr-andrew-do-plea-deal
April 8, 2025
Supervisor Janet Nguyen invites Vietnamese community to testify before Board
The Board of Supervisors heard from Vietnamese residents urging stricter sentencing for Do. Board members discussed the matter and continued a vote whether to call for federal prosecutors to reopen the case.
April 4, 2025
Do receives confidential County emails
The Orange County Register revealed that Do had access to confidential emails from the Board and County Counsel after his resignation.
Jan. 27, 2025
Tet Festival canceled in First District after discretionary fund drained
The annual Tet Festival was canceled due to a lack of funds. Records show Do depleted the district's entire events budget before leaving office, leaving nothing for incoming Supervisor Janet Nguyen.
https://bos1.ocgov.com/pr-d1-financial-constraints
Jan. 16, 2025
County adds Do to civil lawsuit over embezzlement
Do was named as a defendant in the County’s civil suit involving embezzled funds. The amended complaint sought to hold him financially accountable for his role in the scheme.
Dec. 4, 2024
Supervisor Janet Nguyen sworn in to replace Do
Former Senator Janet Nguyen was sworn in as the newest member of the Orange County Board of Supervisors. She was appointed to complete the remainder of Do’s unexpired term and promised to unearth all of Do’s corruption.
https://www.ocregister.com/2024/12/04/janet-nguyen-is-sworn-in-as-first-district-county-supervisor/
Dec. 2, 2024
The Board approves forensic audit
A forensic audit of all contracts approved or influenced by Do was ordered by the Board. The move aimed to uncover the full extent of any wrongdoing tied to his office.
Andrew Do and Van Tran
Nov. 3, 2024
Senator Janet Nguyen calls for freeze on funds
State Senator Janet Nguyen sent a letter to county officials urging an immediate freeze on all funds going to the nonprofit associated with Do. Her request followed the announcement of Do’s upcoming guilty plea.
Oct. 22, 2024
Do to plead guilty in federal bribery case
Federal officials announced that Do would plead guilty to conspiracy to commit bribery. Prosecutors said he accepted over $550,000 in exchange for steering more than $10 million in COVID relief funds to his daughter’s nonprofit.
Andrew Do, Van Tran and Peter Pham
July 26, 2024
County demands $3 million back from Do-affiliated groups
The County of Orange demanded repayment of over $3 million from two nonprofits—VAS and Hand to Hand—both tied to Do. Shortly after, officials expanded their demand to include millions of dollars more, threatening legal action.
Aug. 22, 2024
FBI raids homes linked to Andrew and Rhiannon Do
Federal agents served search warrants at multiple locations connected to the case, including homes owned by Do and his daughter. The raids marked a major escalation in the investigation.
Aug. 15 and 20, 2024
O.C. sues nonprofits for embezzling $10.4 Million
The County of Orange filed a civil lawsuit against VAS, Hand 2 Hand and several individuals, accusing them of "brazenly plundering" public funds and “cruel and unjust” hardship. The suits claim the county suffered damages of at least $10.4 million.
March 2024
Viet America Society misses deadline and loses County hotline work
The nonprofit missed a key deadline to explain how it used county funding for meal services. It was also suspended from its hotline work for failing to submit required administrative documents.
https://laist.com/news/politics/orange-county-andrew-do-supervisors-viet-america-society-deadline
Feb. 13, 2024
County warns nonprofit to repay unaccounted funds
Orange County officials issued a formal warning that the nonprofit may have to return millions in unaccounted taxpayer dollars. The warning came as scrutiny around Do’s discretionary spending intensified.
Jan. 22, 2024
Do sends additional $6.2 million to daughter’s group
Without disclosing family ties, Do directed an additional $6.2 million to the same nonprofit. The funding raised red flags amid ongoing concerns about transparency and oversight.
Dec. 18, 2023
Audits missing for $4 million in senior meal funding
County records revealed that audits were missing for $4 million in funding meant to support meal programs for seniors and people with disabilities. The nonprofit in question failed to account for how the money was spent.
Nov. 22, 2023
Do directs millions to daughter’s nonprofit
Supervisor Do directed $3.1 million in public funds to a mental health center where his daughter, Rhiannon Do, served as president. The move raised early concerns about a potential conflict of interest.
