I'm honored to serve as California’s Lieutenant Governor—working every day to expand opportunity, fight for our students, and build a stronger, more sustainable future. But what exactly does a Lieutenant Governor do? Let me show you! 👇
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Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis✓
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- About 25% of women and 17% of men will experience some form of domestic violence in their lifetime. Every day in the US, 5 people lose their lives to domestic violence. This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we stand with survivors, honor their courage, and recognize the advocates and organizations working every day to build safer communities. Together, we can break the silence, support survivors, and build a state where everyone can live free from abuse and fear.012101
- October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 1 in 8 women and 1 in 755 men in the US will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. This month, we raise awareness and support for the millions of people affected by breast cancer because early detection and treatment are lifesaving, with survival rates of over 99% for the earliest stages. Together, we can keep moving toward a future where fewer families are affected by breast cancer.004104
- LGBTQ+ history is U.S. history, period. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ We celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month in October to commemorate the first and second National Marches on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights, held in 1979 and 1987, respectively. This month is about celebrating and preserving the history of LGBTQ+ leaders in the community and their decades-long fight for equal rights.003166
- October is Filipino American History Month! 🇵🇭 This month marks the anniversary of the arrival of the first Filipinos in what is now known as Morro Bay on October 18, 1587. With over 400 years of history, California's celebration of this month recognizes the deep historical roots and contributions of Filipino Americans in the Golden State.00176
- Congratulations to California's own, Catherine Breed on her amazing feat of swimming all 900 miles of our beautiful California coast! California is so proud of your accomplishment, and grateful for your continued advocacy for ocean conservation and environmental protection.ABC7 Eyewitness News @ABC7One woman just made history as the first person to swim all 900 miles of the California coastline.003205
One woman just made history as the first person to swim all 900 miles of the California coastline.110416K- All undergrad college students enrolled at @CalCommColleges, @CalState, or @UofCalifornia are now eligible for CalFresh and can receive up to $306/month for food and groceries. No student should have to struggle to afford food and groceries or go to class hungry. Thank you, @CAGovernor, for working with @CaliforniaDSS to make this a reality for so many bright, young minds.CDSS @CaliforniaDSSLast week, CDSS Director Troia joined Gov. Newsom at the SF-Marin Food Bank to share how CA is streamlining CalFresh access for eligible college students. Students can apply for up to $306 a month for groceries at Learn more:0312262
- Today, on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor California’s Native American community, who are the original stewards of the lands we call home in California and across the United States. We recognize and celebrate their strength, resilience, and enduring contributions by reaffirming our commitment to listening to Indigenous voices and respecting tribal sovereignty.002103
- Californians of all walks of life are our friends, our neighbors, and our loved ones, and should not be targets of fear and intimidation. THESE RAIDS ARE INHUMANE AND IT MUST STOP.Washington Examiner @dcexaminerMajor @ICEgov operation underway across California: ‘Go after anybody’011101
- Lieutenant Governor Eleni KounalakisRT @CAgovernor: Donald Trump is using fear and panic as a weapon — putting families at risk, undermining our economy, and terrorizing communities. No President is above the Constitution. No one in this country is without rights. California will stand up for our communities and hold federal agents accountable. Know your rights and exercise them safely.Washington Examiner @dcexaminerMajor @ICEgov operation underway across California: ‘Go after anybody’01K04
- There is a lot to celebrate during National Manufacturing Week — California is the first state to surpass $4.5 trillion in economic output. And new data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis show that California ranks #1 in economic output across almost all sectors in 2025, including manufacturing. These achievements reflect the hard work of Californians throughout the state and across all sectors.Governor Gavin Newsom @CAgovernorCalifornia didn't accidentally become the world's fourth-largest economy. Working Californians put in the hours, entrepreneurs bet on our future, and key investments and partnerships made us a $4.5 trillion powerhouse. That's the California story — and nobody does it like us.003118
California didn't accidentally become the world's fourth-largest economy. Working Californians put in the hours, entrepreneurs bet on our future, and key investments and partnerships made us a $4.5 trillion powerhouse. That's the California story — and nobody does it like us.
1.2K3001.1K54.7K- Three years ago today, the October 7 attack took more than 1,200 lives and shattered countless more. I'm holding the victims, survivors, and their families in my heart as they continue to grieve.102153
- California’s future depends on sustained investment in research and higher education. These investments advance student success and ensure our workforce is prepared to lead for generations to come. I’m proud to have supported SB 895 by @Scott_Wiener this year and look forward to seeing it on the ballot in 2028!University of California @UofCaliforniaA major milestone for California research — @CAGovernor Newsom has signed SB 895, the California Science and Health Research Bond Act, placing $7.5 billion in research funding before California voters on the March 2028 ballot. Reaching this point took an extraordinary effort from researchers, students, patients, and advocates from across California. To everyone who spoke up in support of investing in California research: thank you.004161
A major milestone for California research — @CAGovernor Newsom has signed SB 895, the California Science and Health Research Bond Act, placing $7.5 billion in research funding before California voters on the March 2028 ballot. Reaching this point took an extraordinary effort from researchers, students, patients, and advocates from across California. To everyone who spoke up in support of investing in California research: thank you.
214424.8K- Access to reproductive health services is crucial. College students deserve access to the care they need, wherever life takes them. Proud to have supported AB 2540 by Asm. Stefani and see it signed into law!CalMatters @CalMattersCommunity colleges in California will be required to offer abortion medication through campus health centers starting in 2029, under a law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sunday. 📸 Amanda Andrade-Rhoades, AP001103
CalMatters@CalMattersCommunity colleges in California will be required to offer abortion medication through campus health centers starting in 2029, under a law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sunday. 📸 Amanda Andrade-Rhoades, AP
810181.5K- Amazing news! I’m proud to have supported both of these housing bills and happy to see them signed into law.California Building Industry Association @CaliforniaBIACalifornia just took another step toward more predictable housing construction. Governor @GavinNewsom signed AB 1621 (@AsmLoriDWilson) and AB 2044 (@AsmCottie), two CBIA-sponsored Housing Creators bills addressing permitting delays and cost transparency.027413
California Building Industry Association@CaliforniaBIACalifornia just took another step toward more predictable housing construction. Governor @GavinNewsom signed AB 1621 (@AsmLoriDWilson) and AB 2044 (@AsmCottie), two CBIA-sponsored Housing Creators bills addressing permitting delays and cost transparency.
023765- Mifepristone is a safe and effective medication for reproductive healthcare and family planning. Since the FDA approved it 26 years ago, Mifepristone has made it safer for women to be in charge of their own health, bodies, and futures. Safe and accessible abortions are a pillar of women's healthcare, and we will continue to defend that right.001121
- September 25 is Dolly Parton Day in California! 🦋 The 9-2-5 date lovingly celebrates her song 9 to 5 and her film of the same name - both of which were proudly recorded, filmed, and produced here in the Golden State. Thank you, Dolly, for all of your contributions to California, the world, and beyond.125154
- I’m honored to have been a part of a panel discussion about closing the gap in women’s health and the gap in innovative investment, especially in reproductive and maternal health, alongside leaders and advocates in the female health equity space, like Dr. Heather Hirsch, Elaine Coughlan (Founder & Managing Director of Atlantic Bridge), and Pauline Koelbl (Founder & Managing Partner of ShEquity). Thank you to the @ClintonFdn and @ClintonGlobal for hosting this much needed panel about the remaining work ahead to improve health outcomes for all women globally.
004133 - This morning, I joined Peter Diamandis, Founder & Executive Chairman of XPRIZE, and Kelly Vlahakis-Hanks, President & CEO of ECOS, on stage at the @XPRIZE Wildfire Awards. We discussed the importance of wildfire prevention and resilience given recent catastrophic wildfire seasons, and our shared vision of a future with technological innovations that include ultra-early detection and precise rapid response that can prevent small fires from escalating into devastating events.
127435 - The University of California is synonymous with excellence! Congratulations to @UCBerkeley and @UCLA for sharing the distinction of #1 best public university in America.University of California @UofCaliforniaThe University of California is home to the nation’s No. 1 public university (twice)! 🥇 @UCBerkeley and @UCLA are tied for America’s #1 public university in the new 2027 Best Colleges rankings, released today (Sept. 22) by @usnews.116256
- The University of California is home to the nation’s No. 1 public university (twice)! 🥇 @UCBerkeley and @UCLA are tied for America’s #1 public university in the new 2027 Best Colleges rankings, released today (Sept. 22) by @usnews.2282401107K
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