Ghazala Hashmi, who recently secured victory as the senator for Virginia’s 15th district, is confronted with legal challenges as four residents from Chesterfield county file an injunction. The claim suggests Hashmi is ineligible for office, contending that her actual residence is not within the newly represented district. Hayden Fisher, her Republican opponent, joins the fray, demanding an investigation into her residency. The petition, submitted on November 14, alleges Hashmi’s frequent presence at her Midlothian home, located in District 10, miles away from the contested District 15.
Despite reportedly defeating Hayden by 13,000 votes, Hashmi now faces potential disqualification based on Virginia’s constitutional requirement that General Assembly members reside within their represented district during the election. The petition emphasizes Hashmi’s use of the Midlothian address for political contributions and promotional images on her campaign website. The lawsuit, filed after Hashmi’s registration, focuses on challenging her residency within District 15, steering clear of procedural objections to her registration.
In response to criticism on X (formerly Twitter), Hashmi asserts that claims from election deniers are unfounded and indicative of a refusal to accept the election outcome. She expresses pride in her re-election and commitment to serving the community, emphasizing her dedication to delivering tangible results for Virginia families.
