January 23, 2026
Following Inaugural Day activities, Lieutenant Governor Ghazala Hashmi announced the four members of her senior staff. This team is leading the Office of the Lieutenant Governor as it begins its work serving Virginians.
January 17, 2026
This afternoon, state Senator Ghazala Hashmi took her oath of office, becoming the 43rd Lieutenant Governor of Virginia. She was sworn in by Chief Justice Cleo Powell, who made history recently as the first Black woman to serve as Chief Justice of the Commonwealth’s highest court.
January 16, 2026
In a defining moment of her public service, Lieutenant Governor-elect Ghazala Hashmi (D-Richmond) joined Virginia Democrats in advancing four landmark constitutional amendments through the Virginia General Assembly.
February 12, 2026
Lieutenant Governor Ghazala Hashmi released a statement regarding the announcement of the closure of the Richmond Free Press.
February 6, 2026
Lieutenant Governor Ghazala Hashmi released a statement after Governor Abigail Spanberger signed legislation approved earlier this month by the General Assembly to set statewide referendums on proposed amendments to the Virginia Constitution.
February 4, 2026
Lieutenant Governor Ghazala Hashmi released a statement applauding the launch of a new statewide program announced today by the administration of Governor Spanberger and the Virginia Economic Development Partnership to help employers provide paid internships and work-based learning opportunities across the Commonwealth.
February 4, 2026
Lieutenant Governor Ghazala Hashmi released a statement in support of Governor Spanberger’s Executive Order No. 12, rescinding prior Section 287(g) agreements that directed cooperation of Virginia State Police and the Commonwealth’s agencies with federal immigration authorities.
January 28, 2026
Lieutenant Governor Ghazala Hashmi released a statement in regards to the Hanover County Board of Supervisors’ decision to oppose the proposed ICE detention and processing facility.
