Ghazala Hashmi won the Virginia lieutenant governor's race, marking her as the first Indian American and Muslim to hold statewide office in Virginia. This victory signifies a shift in political representation and a rebuke of the Republican Party.

On November 4, 2025, Ghazala Hashmi was declared the winner of the Virginia lieutenant governor's race, making her the first Indian American and Muslim to hold statewide office in Virginia. Hashmi, who immigrated from India as a child, previously served as a state senator and entered politics in 2019 by flipping a Republican-held seat. Her victory speech highlighted the opportunities available in the U.S. and Virginia. This election night was significant not only for Hashmi but also for other Democratic candidates, including Zohran Mamdani, who won the New York City mayoral race. The results were seen as a strong rebuke of the Republican Party and former President Trump's administration, as Democrats also secured victories in New Jersey and California.