Ghazala Hashmi
@senatorhashmi.bsky.social
Virginia Lieutenant Governor-Elect. State Senator for Virginia’s 15th Senatorial District. Chair, Senate Education and Health Committee. ghazalaforvirginia.com
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Virginia workers know nobody is working harder for them. As lieutenant governor, I will continue my fight to increase wages, protect affordable health care, and create opportunities for all families to thrive.
Hear more in my first statewide ad of the general election:
Hear more in my first statewide ad of the general election:
Richmond City and Chesterfield County voters: Today is the final day of early, in-person voting for elections in SD-15 and HD-77. Make a plan to cast your ballot and ensure your voice is heard in these crucial elections!
January 3, 2026 at 2:22 PM
Richmond City and Chesterfield County voters: Today is the final day of early, in-person voting for elections in SD-15 and HD-77. Make a plan to cast your ballot and ensure your voice is heard in these crucial elections!
Voters in Richmond City and Chesterfield County: There are two elections happening now in Senate District 15 and House District 77! Make a plan to vote and ensure your voice is heard in these critical races.
January 2, 2026 at 4:08 PM
Voters in Richmond City and Chesterfield County: There are two elections happening now in Senate District 15 and House District 77! Make a plan to vote and ensure your voice is heard in these critical races.
Wishing everyone a safe and happy celebration tonight as we close out this year.
Wishing peace, blessings, justice, and joy for all in 2026.
Happy New Year!
Wishing peace, blessings, justice, and joy for all in 2026.
Happy New Year!
December 31, 2025 at 11:09 PM
Wishing everyone a safe and happy celebration tonight as we close out this year.
Wishing peace, blessings, justice, and joy for all in 2026.
Happy New Year!
Wishing peace, blessings, justice, and joy for all in 2026.
Happy New Year!
Congratulations Garrett McGuire on becoming our Democratic nominee for HD-17! I look forward to working alongside fellow Democrats to ensure Garrett wins the General Election on January 20.
December 28, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Congratulations Garrett McGuire on becoming our Democratic nominee for HD-17! I look forward to working alongside fellow Democrats to ensure Garrett wins the General Election on January 20.
For every family that is celebrating the start of Kwanzaa today: May your home be full of hope, laughter, and the bounty of love. Happy Kwanzaa!
December 26, 2025 at 4:16 PM
For every family that is celebrating the start of Kwanzaa today: May your home be full of hope, laughter, and the bounty of love. Happy Kwanzaa!
For all those who are celebrating in Virginia and around the world: May your Christmas Eve and Christmas Day be full of warmth, joy, and the love of family and friends. Merry Christmas!
December 24, 2025 at 9:49 PM
For all those who are celebrating in Virginia and around the world: May your Christmas Eve and Christmas Day be full of warmth, joy, and the love of family and friends. Merry Christmas!
My full statement in response to the Youngkin-majority University of Virginia Board of Visitors naming a new university president in the final days of his administration:
December 19, 2025 at 8:38 PM
My full statement in response to the Youngkin-majority University of Virginia Board of Visitors naming a new university president in the final days of his administration:
Congratulations to Gretchen Bulova on becoming our Democratic nominee for HD-11! Democrats must continue our momentum into January’s elections and send Gretchen to Richmond to fight on behalf of Virginia’s families.
December 17, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Congratulations to Gretchen Bulova on becoming our Democratic nominee for HD-11! Democrats must continue our momentum into January’s elections and send Gretchen to Richmond to fight on behalf of Virginia’s families.
Congratulations Margaret Angela Franklin on becoming our Democratic nominee for HD-23! She has served with distinction on the Prince William County Board of Supervisors, and we must work to ensure that record of service continues in the House of Delegates.
December 17, 2025 at 2:02 AM
Congratulations Margaret Angela Franklin on becoming our Democratic nominee for HD-23! She has served with distinction on the Prince William County Board of Supervisors, and we must work to ensure that record of service continues in the House of Delegates.
Congratulations to Charlie Schmidt, our Democratic nominee for House District 77. I look forward to a collaborative effort among Democrats as our candidates for SD-15 and HD-77 face the General Election in January.
December 15, 2025 at 1:49 AM
Congratulations to Charlie Schmidt, our Democratic nominee for House District 77. I look forward to a collaborative effort among Democrats as our candidates for SD-15 and HD-77 face the General Election in January.
As constituents across the Commonwealth begin the celebration of Hanukkah this evening, may the lights of the season usher in peace, hope, and goodwill. I wish all who are celebrating a meaningful holiday. Chag Sameach!
December 14, 2025 at 9:44 PM
As constituents across the Commonwealth begin the celebration of Hanukkah this evening, may the lights of the season usher in peace, hope, and goodwill. I wish all who are celebrating a meaningful holiday. Chag Sameach!
Our children deserve solutions, not distractions. My full statement on the Virginia Department of Education’s release of performance metrics:
December 11, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Our children deserve solutions, not distractions. My full statement on the Virginia Department of Education’s release of performance metrics:
As I step into the role of Lieutenant Governor, my focus remains on delivering real solutions for working families and ensuring every community has a voice in Richmond. Ready to get to work building a stronger, fairer Virginia.
“Virginia voters will be able to respond to what’s happening in America. It’s important that they understand their role and capacity to impact the direction the country is going and that’s true power, true democracy.” – Lt. Governor-elect, Ghazala Hasmi
The Interview | Lt. Governor-Elect Ghazala Hashmi
Lt. Governor-elect Ghazala Hashmi speaks with RVA Magazine about Virginia’s Democratic mandate, health care, affordability, and governance.
rvamag.com
December 10, 2025 at 6:55 PM
As I step into the role of Lieutenant Governor, my focus remains on delivering real solutions for working families and ensuring every community has a voice in Richmond. Ready to get to work building a stronger, fairer Virginia.
Congratulations to Braddock District Supervisor-elect Rachna Sizemore Heizer (@rachnash.bsky.social)! As a public servant, you have continuously delivered for the people of Fairfax County and I know that legacy will continue in your new position.
December 10, 2025 at 2:42 AM
Congratulations to Braddock District Supervisor-elect Rachna Sizemore Heizer (@rachnash.bsky.social)! As a public servant, you have continuously delivered for the people of Fairfax County and I know that legacy will continue in your new position.
Congratulations to Delegate Mike Jones on becoming the Democratic nominee in SD-15. Mike has been a steadfast partner in the fight for social, economic, & environmental justice. I know he’ll continue to be a strong champion for our communities in the State Senate.
December 8, 2025 at 3:37 AM
Congratulations to Delegate Mike Jones on becoming the Democratic nominee in SD-15. Mike has been a steadfast partner in the fight for social, economic, & environmental justice. I know he’ll continue to be a strong champion for our communities in the State Senate.
It was wonderful joining Chamber RVA today. Hearing directly from business leaders on their priorities in education, housing, & health care helps inform the work of lawmakers, ensuring we continue to be one of the best states to live, work, receive an education, & raise a family.
December 2, 2025 at 11:19 PM
It was wonderful joining Chamber RVA today. Hearing directly from business leaders on their priorities in education, housing, & health care helps inform the work of lawmakers, ensuring we continue to be one of the best states to live, work, receive an education, & raise a family.
I proudly endorse @markwarner.bsky.social for re-election. Senator Warner has fought for Virginians throughout his public service, from making health care more accessible and affordable, to protecting our military members and veterans, to standing up for our democracy.
December 2, 2025 at 9:06 PM
I proudly endorse @markwarner.bsky.social for re-election. Senator Warner has fought for Virginians throughout his public service, from making health care more accessible and affordable, to protecting our military members and veterans, to standing up for our democracy.
Wishing everyone a holiday filled with the special joy of time spent with family and friends.
For those of us missing loved ones around the table, may our hearts be comforted by sweet memories.
For those of us missing loved ones around the table, may our hearts be comforted by sweet memories.
November 27, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Wishing everyone a holiday filled with the special joy of time spent with family and friends.
For those of us missing loved ones around the table, may our hearts be comforted by sweet memories.
For those of us missing loved ones around the table, may our hearts be comforted by sweet memories.
The State Corporation Commission’s ruling on the gas-fired Chesterfield Energy Reliability Center takes Virginia backwards. My full statement:
November 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM
The State Corporation Commission’s ruling on the gas-fired Chesterfield Energy Reliability Center takes Virginia backwards. My full statement:
It’s wonderful to spend time at Radford University for our annual Senate Finance and Appropriations Committee retreat. Thank you, President Danilowicz and the entire Highlander community, for your hospitality.
November 21, 2025 at 1:04 AM
It’s wonderful to spend time at Radford University for our annual Senate Finance and Appropriations Committee retreat. Thank you, President Danilowicz and the entire Highlander community, for your hospitality.
It was great keynoting the Chesapeake Solar & Storage Association's (@solarindustry.bsky.social) Annual Conference in Arlington. Our clean energy production & storage landscape will require regulatory, legislative, & market-driven approaches to ensure Virginia remains a national leader.
November 19, 2025 at 2:03 AM
It was great keynoting the Chesapeake Solar & Storage Association's (@solarindustry.bsky.social) Annual Conference in Arlington. Our clean energy production & storage landscape will require regulatory, legislative, & market-driven approaches to ensure Virginia remains a national leader.
Senator @barbarafavola.bsky.social is an exemplary leader, who has dedicated her career in public service to improving lives across Virginia. Today, I was honored to share her strong legislative record as she was presented the William L. Winston Award by the Arlington County Bar Foundation.
November 19, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Senator @barbarafavola.bsky.social is an exemplary leader, who has dedicated her career in public service to improving lives across Virginia. Today, I was honored to share her strong legislative record as she was presented the William L. Winston Award by the Arlington County Bar Foundation.
I join others in mourning the loss of a Virginia Department of Corrections Officer killed today at River North Correctional Center in Independence. I am praying for this officer's family, as well as the other injured officer who is currently hospitalized, & our entire VDOC staff.
November 17, 2025 at 5:43 PM
I join others in mourning the loss of a Virginia Department of Corrections Officer killed today at River North Correctional Center in Independence. I am praying for this officer's family, as well as the other injured officer who is currently hospitalized, & our entire VDOC staff.
It’s a beautiful day to celebrate with our CD-04 Democrats! Our Democratic Committees and their volunteers helped Virginia secure historic victories up and down the ballot that have sent a resounding message across the world: our democracy and our values are worth fighting for.
November 16, 2025 at 9:37 PM
It’s a beautiful day to celebrate with our CD-04 Democrats! Our Democratic Committees and their volunteers helped Virginia secure historic victories up and down the ballot that have sent a resounding message across the world: our democracy and our values are worth fighting for.
My Transition Committee convened today for our first meeting. Encompassing perspectives from across government, industry sectors, issue areas, & regions of VA, these leaders will help build an Office of the LG that is relentlessly focused on improving the lives of Virginians.
November 15, 2025 at 1:53 AM
My Transition Committee convened today for our first meeting. Encompassing perspectives from across government, industry sectors, issue areas, & regions of VA, these leaders will help build an Office of the LG that is relentlessly focused on improving the lives of Virginians.