I’m excited to rejoin my colleagues from across the country as a member of The Hunt Institute’s Hunt-Kean Leadership Fellows Program. This bipartisan group of state executive leaders and legislators is focused on policy solutions to K-12 and higher education’s biggest challenges.

I enjoyed the opportunity to serve as a keynote & participant in the 19th American Telugu Association-ATA Conference in Baltimore. This celebration of the Indian diaspora & discussions about women & youth empowerment, business, healthcare, & more, were all powerful.

Congratulations to Virginia’s Democratic Nominees! We focus now on November and on restoring leadership in Washington.

Congratulations to our CD-09 Democratic nominee, Joy Powers! It is time for the residents of Southwest and Southside to have someone representing them on critical matters of health care access, economic opportunity, and quality public education.

Congratulations to our Democratic nominee in CD-01, Shannon Taylor! As a Commonwealth’s Attorney, Shannon has been a strong fighter for our communities, making them safer and stronger. In Congress, she’ll do the same.

Congratulations to our Democratic nominee in CD-05, Congressman Tom Perriello! Congressman Perriello has a proven record of protecting affordable health care access, expanding economic power for Virginians, and supporting working people. He is the champion we need representing CD-05.

Congratulations to Congressman Don Beyer, our CD-08 Democratic nominee! Congressman Beyer has been a consistent fighter for all Virginians and it’s time to send him back to Washington this November.

Congratulations to our CD-02 Democratic nominee, Congresswoman Elaine Luria! In Congress, she will continue her strong record of upholding and defending the American values of democracy and justice.

As polls close across the Commonwealth, I want to thank our many election workers and volunteers who worked tirelessly to make this election possible.

Today is Election Day! Polls statewide are open until 7:00pm. Confirm your polling location and make a plan to cast your vote by visiting the Virginia Department of Elections: www.elections.virginia.gov

I sat down with members of SEIU Virginia 512 and 32BJ SEIU to discuss their fight for collective bargaining rights, access to quality healthcare, and workplace protections. All of Virginia’s workers deserve a seat at the table.

I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Senator Janet Howell. The first woman in VA’s history to serve as Chair of the Senate Finance & Appropriations Committee, she was a deeply committed public servant & a strong voice on the issues that impact our communities.

Virginia continues to be a national leader in the aerospace industry. I was honored to join the ribbon cutting ceremony of the Flight Dynamics Research Facility at NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton. This new 25,000-square-foot facility will support NASA’s world-class research.

ICYMI: My weekly newsletters are now published on Substack. Read this week’s post: ghazalahashmi.substack.com/p/weekly-new...

Primary Election Day is Tuesday, August 4, and Early Voting remains open through Saturday, August 1. Learn more through the Virginia Department of Elections: www.elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ba...

I was delighted to meet with Sportable today & hear about the incredible work the organization is doing to expand access to adaptive, inclusive sports throughout Virginia. Mandy, a member of the USA Wheelchair Rugby Team, is training for the 2026 Wheelchair Rugby World Championships in Brazil. (1/2)

It was wonderful to join Delegate Rae Cousins, Richmond School Board Member Cheryl Burke, & community members for the 3rd Annual One World, One Humanity Heritage Festival. Events such as these remind us of the rich diversity within our Metro Richmond Area. Thank you to Masjid Bilal for hosting.

My heart is heavy with this news. I am praying for the victim, for the VDOT contractor still suffering from serious injuries, and for their loved ones affected by this tragedy. Thank you to our first responders for assisting on scene.

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Two VDOT employees were shot in Chesterfield County Friday morning, one of them fatally wounded, Crime Insider sources tell Jon Burkett.

I’m excited to share that my newsletter can now be found on Substack. Join me here for regular updates on our work, upcoming initiatives, and what I’m hearing from Virginians across the Commonwealth. open.substack.com/pub/ghazalah...

Weekly Newsletter: Federal Cuts Impacting Virginians

This week’s newsletter discusses the impacts of federal-level funding cuts on Virginians, shares updates from the Virginia Military Advisory Council, announces my Literature & Government: A Lecture Se...

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(1/2) The excitement and pure joy on the faces of children as they joined the El Librotazo: The Big Book Party was thrilling to watch this afternoon.

(1/3) I’m excited to share my Summer Reading List as we look ahead to this September’s Literature & Government: A Lecture Series stops at Wytheville Community College, Radford University, and Roanoke College.

Enjoying an Ale-8-One on its 100th birthday just like @govandybeshear.bsky.social. Thank you, Kentucky, for your hospitality and for hosting our annual Council of State Governments Southern Legislative Conference.

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Happy 100th birthday to Kentucky's favorite soft drink, Ale-8-One.

On Friday, I joined Nick Minock with 7News DC to discuss why Virginians deserve answers before this proposal acquisition, valued at over $64 billion, moves forward and why protecting ratepayers, workers, and the public interest must come first.

(1/2) Yesterday, I joined @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social to discuss the proposed Dominion-NextEra merger and why Virginians deserve a thorough, transparent review of its potential impacts on energy costs, reliability, and accountability.

(1/3) As we reflect on America’s 250th anniversary, it’s also an opportunity to think about the next 50 years and the future we hope to build together.

Our 2026 Governor’s Fellows are a dedicated & talented group. I was delighted to join these inspiring young leaders today for a conversation about public service. I appreciate their curiosity & passion for making a difference, & I look forward to seeing all they accomplish.

The NextEra-Dominion merger would result in the largest utility monopoly in the country, and @ltgovhashmi.bsky.social is asking all the right questions — 64 to be exact — about how it would impact the people living, working, and raising families in the Commonwealth.

Va. Lt. Gov. Hashmi calls on regulators to extend review period for NextEra-Dominion Energy merger • Virginia Mercury

In a letter sent to the State Corporation Commission this week, Lt. Gov. Ghazala Hashmi urged the commissioners to more closely scrutinize the planned merger of Dominion Energy, the commonwealth’s lar...

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The proposed Dominion–NextEra merger could have lasting implications for Virginia’s energy future. I’m calling for a thorough, transparent review to ensure the public’s questions are answered before the process begins. Read it here: substack.com/@ltgovhashmi...

Lt. Governor Ghazala Hashmi (@ltgovhashmi)

The proposed Dominion–NextEra merger could have lasting implications for Virginia’s energy future. I’m calling for a thorough, transparent review to ensure the public’s questions are answered before t...

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(1/2) My heart is with the Richmond community and all those who loved and were a part of the remarkable history of Good Shepherd Baptist Church in Church Hill. Yesterday’s devastating fire has affected so many who treasured the role that this church

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Fire destroys former Good Shepherd Baptist Church in Richmond's Church Hill neighborhood

I’m launching my Substack with my first article on America’s 250th: a reflection on our nation’s founding, the progress we’ve made, and the work that still lies ahead. Read it here: substack.com/@ltgovhashmi...

An Anthem Still Arriving: America and Our Commonwealth on this 250th Anniversary

This weekend marked the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, a profoundly impactful document that not only declared an act of rebellion against the British Crown, but t...

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