Ghazala Hashmi
Ghazala Hashmi is a Democratic state senator in Virginia, known for her advocacy on issues such as education, civil rights, and social justice. She made headlines for her passionate speeches and activism, particularly in the context of the political climate surrounding prominent figures like President Donald Trump. During a recent protest in Richmond, she utilized a megaphone to draw attention to historical themes of resistance and leadership, invoking Abraham Lincoln's legacy while rallying against perceived authoritarianism.
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Lt. Gov. Ghazala Hashmi backed Spanberger’s move.
ICE arrests charged sex offender in Norfolk amid Spanberger policy shift
United States· 2026-02-18
Ghazala Hashmi took her oath of office as the first Muslim female lieutenant governor in Virginia.
تاریخ رقم، پہلی مسلم نائب گورنر خاتون غزالہ ہاشمی کا قرآن پاک پر عہدے کا حلف
Pakistan· 2026-01-20
Ghazala Hashmi, the first Muslim woman to serve in statewide office in the US, is the new lieutenant governor.
Abigail Spanberger becomes Virginia’s first female governor in historic inaugurationUnited States· 2026-01-18
Ghazala Hashmi is the first Muslim and first American of South Asian descent to serve in the Virginia State Senate.
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Iceland· 2025-11-07
Ghazala Hashmi became Virginia’s first Muslim woman lieutenant governor.
To me, as an Australian person of colour, Zohran Mamdani’s New York victory is a game-changer.
Australia· 2025-11-06
Ghazala Hashmi became the first Muslim woman elected to a statewide office in the United States after winning the position of Lieutenant Governor of Georgia.
غزالة هاشمي أول امرأة مسلمة تفوز بمنصب نائب حاكم ولاية فيرجينيا.. من هي؟
Egypt· 2025-11-05
Ghazala Hashmi made history as the first Muslim woman to win a state election in the U.S.
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Colombia· 2025-11-05
Ghazala Hashmi became the state’s first Indian-American and first Muslim Lieutenant Governor after defeating Republican John Reid.
From NYC To Virginia: How three Indian-origin Democrats handed Trump his biggest defeat - all you need to know
India· 2025-11-05
Ghazala Hashmi was elected as Virginia’s lieutenant governor.
Trump allies erupt over Mamdani win: ‘On your Marx, get set, Zo!’ | Zohran Mamdani
United Kingdom· 2025-11-05
Ghazala Hashmi, a state senator who immigrated to the US from India as a child, made history Tuesday as the first Muslim American woman to be elected statewide in the United States.
The historic firsts of Tuesday’s electionsUnited States· 2025-11-05
Hashmi will become the first Muslim vice governor of Virginia.
Las elecciones a gobernador en Virginia y Nueva Jersey castigan a Trump | Internacional
Spain· 2025-11-05
Ghazala Hashmi won Virginia’s lieutenant governor race on Tuesday, becoming the first Indian American and the first Muslim to hold statewide office in Virginia.
Virginia elections: Democrat Abigail Spanberger wins race; makes history as the state's first woman governorIndia· 2025-11-05
Ghazala Hashmi is the first Indian American and first Muslim to win statewide office in Virginia.
First Indian-origin and first Muslim Lt governor of Virginia: Who is Ghazala Hashmi? Champion of reproductive rightsIndia· 2025-11-05
Ghazala Hashmi won the lieutenant governor’s race, becoming the first Muslim woman elected to a statewide office in the United States.
Democrat Abigail Spanberger elected governor of Virginia | VirginiaUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-05Ghazala Hashmi was also projected to win Virginia's lieutenant governor's race against Republican John Reid.
Democrat Spanberger wins race for Virginia governorUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-05
Ghazala Hashmi will become the next lieutenant governor of Virginia.
Virginia elects first Muslim lieutenant governor as Democrat Hashmi winsUnited States· 2025-11-05
Ghazala Hashmi will win the Virginia lieutenant governor’s race and become the nation’s first Muslim woman elected to statewide office.
Ghazala Hashmi wins Virginia lieutenant governor race, CNN projectsUnited States· 2025-11-05Ghazala Hashmi became the first Muslim American and of Indian descent to hold the position of Lieutenant Governor of Virginia.
سبانبرجر تحسم سباق حاكم فرجينيا لصالح الديمقراطيينEgypt· 2025-11-05
Ghazala Hashmi is the Democratic candidate competing for the position of lieutenant governor in Virginia.
Elecciones en Estados Unidos 2025, en vivo | El país vuelve a votar un año después en el primer test en las urnas sobre las políticas de TrumpSpain· 2025-11-04Democrat Ghazala Hashmi and Republican John Reid face off for lieutenant governor.
Tuesday’s elections in NYC, New Jersey, Virginia and California: When polls close and when to expect resultsUnited States· 2025-11-04
Ghazala Hashmi is a prominent candidate in the race for Lieutenant Governor in Virginia, being the first Muslim woman in the Virginia Senate.
مقامی و ریاستی انتخابات میں مسلمانوں اور جنوبی ایشیائی امیدواروں کی شمولیت میں اضافہPakistan· 2025-11-04Abigail Spanberger is pictured with Jay Jones and State Senator Ghazala Hashmi.
Spanberger downplays Jay Jones text scandal about political violenceUnited States· 2025-10-22
Democratic state Sen. Ghazala Hashmi is facing conservative commentator John Reid for the lieutenant governorship.
Tim Kaine defends Jay Jones despite texts about murdering RepublicanUnited States· 2025-10-07
Ghazala Hashmi is a candidate endorsed by Everytown for Gun Safety alongside Jay Jones.
Gun group backed Virginia AG candidate who texted about shooting GOP lawmakerUnited States· 2025-10-06
Youngkin mentioned Ghazala Hashmi as one of the elected Democrats who should call on Jones to step away from the campaign.
Virginia Gov. Youngkin says Jay Jones' texts are 'beyond disqualifying'United States· 2025-10-04
A state senator whose race is crucial for the balance of power in the Virginia Senate.
Democrat faces ballot challenge over alleged incorrect address in VirginiaUnited States· 2025-10-02
Virginia state Sen. Ghazala Hashmi denounced the poster, saying it evokes the 'pain of racism, segregation and Jim Crow-era ugliness.'
Virginia leaders condemn racist sign aimed at Winsome Earle-SearsUnited States· 2025-08-23
Ghazala Hashmi is the Democratic nominee for lieutenant governor.
Republicans reprise anti-transgender ‘Kamala is for they/them’ ads for the midtermsUnited States· 2025-08-10
State Sen. Ghazala Hashmi is one of the six Democrats running to face off in November.
Trump policies impact Virginia primaries ahead of female governor raceUnited States· 2025-06-17
Ghazala Hashmi is running to become Virginia’s Lieutenant Governor.
Indian Americans Running for Elections Across the US in 2025-26 | World NewsIndia· 2025-03-26
