Lt. Governor Eleni Kounalakis
@ltg.ca.gov
Official account for California's Office of Lt. Governor Eleni Kounalakis
It was a pleasure meeting and welcoming Irish Deputy Prime Minister, Tánaiste @simonharrisireland.bsky.social to the Golden State today.
We shared a productive conversation focused on deepening California–Ireland economic ties and accelerating collaboration in tech and healthcare innovation.
We shared a productive conversation focused on deepening California–Ireland economic ties and accelerating collaboration in tech and healthcare innovation.
January 14, 2026 at 2:26 AM
It was a pleasure meeting and welcoming Irish Deputy Prime Minister, Tánaiste @simonharrisireland.bsky.social to the Golden State today.
We shared a productive conversation focused on deepening California–Ireland economic ties and accelerating collaboration in tech and healthcare innovation.
We shared a productive conversation focused on deepening California–Ireland economic ties and accelerating collaboration in tech and healthcare innovation.
No matter the challenge, Californians continue to meet the moment with resilience, resolve, and results.
While others doubted democracy’s ability to deliver, California proved what’s possible.
I’m grateful for @governor.ca.gov Newsom’s steady, principled leadership over the last 7 years.
While others doubted democracy’s ability to deliver, California proved what’s possible.
I’m grateful for @governor.ca.gov Newsom’s steady, principled leadership over the last 7 years.
January 8, 2026 at 10:38 PM
No matter the challenge, Californians continue to meet the moment with resilience, resolve, and results.
While others doubted democracy’s ability to deliver, California proved what’s possible.
I’m grateful for @governor.ca.gov Newsom’s steady, principled leadership over the last 7 years.
While others doubted democracy’s ability to deliver, California proved what’s possible.
I’m grateful for @governor.ca.gov Newsom’s steady, principled leadership over the last 7 years.
Today marks one year since the devastating firestorms tore through SoCal.
We remember the lives lost, honor the communities forever changed, and stand with everyone rebuilding and healing. The Trump Administration needs to approve the federal disaster funding Californians need to fully recover.
We remember the lives lost, honor the communities forever changed, and stand with everyone rebuilding and healing. The Trump Administration needs to approve the federal disaster funding Californians need to fully recover.
January 7, 2026 at 11:56 PM
Today marks one year since the devastating firestorms tore through SoCal.
We remember the lives lost, honor the communities forever changed, and stand with everyone rebuilding and healing. The Trump Administration needs to approve the federal disaster funding Californians need to fully recover.
We remember the lives lost, honor the communities forever changed, and stand with everyone rebuilding and healing. The Trump Administration needs to approve the federal disaster funding Californians need to fully recover.
California’s coast is NOT for sale. Across party lines, Californians are united in saying NO to offshore drilling and its devastating impacts on our coast.
This fight is just beginning. Trump’s attempt to sell our coastline to oil companies will not stand.
This fight is just beginning. Trump’s attempt to sell our coastline to oil companies will not stand.
January 7, 2026 at 1:54 AM
California’s coast is NOT for sale. Across party lines, Californians are united in saying NO to offshore drilling and its devastating impacts on our coast.
This fight is just beginning. Trump’s attempt to sell our coastline to oil companies will not stand.
This fight is just beginning. Trump’s attempt to sell our coastline to oil companies will not stand.
Congratulations to Monique Limón on being sworn in as Senate President pro Tempore!
I look forward to working together in the year ahead to deliver for Californians.
I look forward to working together in the year ahead to deliver for Californians.
January 6, 2026 at 2:19 AM
Congratulations to Monique Limón on being sworn in as Senate President pro Tempore!
I look forward to working together in the year ahead to deliver for Californians.
I look forward to working together in the year ahead to deliver for Californians.
2025 was a year of real progress: protecting rights, expanding opportunity & showing up for communities in every corner of CA. I’m deeply grateful to serve as LG and proud of what we’ve accomplished together.
As we look to 2026, I’m energized, optimistic & ready to keep delivering for Californians.
As we look to 2026, I’m energized, optimistic & ready to keep delivering for Californians.
December 31, 2025 at 6:37 PM
2025 was a year of real progress: protecting rights, expanding opportunity & showing up for communities in every corner of CA. I’m deeply grateful to serve as LG and proud of what we’ve accomplished together.
As we look to 2026, I’m energized, optimistic & ready to keep delivering for Californians.
As we look to 2026, I’m energized, optimistic & ready to keep delivering for Californians.
Happy Kwanzaa!
Today we honor Nguzo Saba, the 7 principles of Kwanzaa: Unity, Self-Determination, Collective Work and Responsibility, Cooperative Economics, Purpose, Creativity, and Faith.
Wishing a joyous Kwanzaa to all who celebrate. May the seven principles guide you over the next 7 days.
Today we honor Nguzo Saba, the 7 principles of Kwanzaa: Unity, Self-Determination, Collective Work and Responsibility, Cooperative Economics, Purpose, Creativity, and Faith.
Wishing a joyous Kwanzaa to all who celebrate. May the seven principles guide you over the next 7 days.
December 26, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Happy Kwanzaa!
Today we honor Nguzo Saba, the 7 principles of Kwanzaa: Unity, Self-Determination, Collective Work and Responsibility, Cooperative Economics, Purpose, Creativity, and Faith.
Wishing a joyous Kwanzaa to all who celebrate. May the seven principles guide you over the next 7 days.
Today we honor Nguzo Saba, the 7 principles of Kwanzaa: Unity, Self-Determination, Collective Work and Responsibility, Cooperative Economics, Purpose, Creativity, and Faith.
Wishing a joyous Kwanzaa to all who celebrate. May the seven principles guide you over the next 7 days.
Merry Christmas, California! 🎄
December 25, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Merry Christmas, California! 🎄
As the storms move through California this holiday season, it is important to stay prepared and aware of weather conditions before traveling to your destination.
📌 Slow down on wet roads
📌 Avoid flooded areas
📌 Turn around and don’t drown
Stay safe and stay warm!
📌 Slow down on wet roads
📌 Avoid flooded areas
📌 Turn around and don’t drown
Stay safe and stay warm!
December 24, 2025 at 8:21 PM
As the storms move through California this holiday season, it is important to stay prepared and aware of weather conditions before traveling to your destination.
📌 Slow down on wet roads
📌 Avoid flooded areas
📌 Turn around and don’t drown
Stay safe and stay warm!
📌 Slow down on wet roads
📌 Avoid flooded areas
📌 Turn around and don’t drown
Stay safe and stay warm!
There’s nothing like Nevada City Victorian Christmas 🎄
Historic streets, Victorian carolers, and 100+ local artisans capturing the magic of Christmas past.
The final day is Sunday, December 21 (1:30–6 PM). Join us and support a cherished California holiday tradition!
Historic streets, Victorian carolers, and 100+ local artisans capturing the magic of Christmas past.
The final day is Sunday, December 21 (1:30–6 PM). Join us and support a cherished California holiday tradition!
December 19, 2025 at 10:21 PM
There’s nothing like Nevada City Victorian Christmas 🎄
Historic streets, Victorian carolers, and 100+ local artisans capturing the magic of Christmas past.
The final day is Sunday, December 21 (1:30–6 PM). Join us and support a cherished California holiday tradition!
Historic streets, Victorian carolers, and 100+ local artisans capturing the magic of Christmas past.
The final day is Sunday, December 21 (1:30–6 PM). Join us and support a cherished California holiday tradition!
This week was my final meeting as Chair of the State Lands Commission and concludes my 7th year of service on the Commission.
December 18, 2025 at 8:56 PM
This week was my final meeting as Chair of the State Lands Commission and concludes my 7th year of service on the Commission.
On #InternationalMigrantsDay, we highlight the strength and contributions of the migrants who power California’s vibrant communities and world-leading economy.
California is proud to stand as a place where migrants can continue to build opportunities for themselves and their families.
California is proud to stand as a place where migrants can continue to build opportunities for themselves and their families.
December 18, 2025 at 8:11 PM
On #InternationalMigrantsDay, we highlight the strength and contributions of the migrants who power California’s vibrant communities and world-leading economy.
California is proud to stand as a place where migrants can continue to build opportunities for themselves and their families.
California is proud to stand as a place where migrants can continue to build opportunities for themselves and their families.
If there was ever any doubt the federal government was maliciously targeting the UC, take it directly from the former DOJ lawyers conducting the investigation who said, “It was not about trying to find out what really happened.”
December 16, 2025 at 4:11 AM
If there was ever any doubt the federal government was maliciously targeting the UC, take it directly from the former DOJ lawyers conducting the investigation who said, “It was not about trying to find out what really happened.”
The story of Hanukkah is one of resilience during challenging times. As we celebrate the Festival of Lights, let us stand against all forms of violence & hate.
Happy Hanukkah, California! Chag urim sameach! 🕎
Happy Hanukkah, California! Chag urim sameach! 🕎
December 15, 2025 at 8:21 PM
The story of Hanukkah is one of resilience during challenging times. As we celebrate the Festival of Lights, let us stand against all forms of violence & hate.
Happy Hanukkah, California! Chag urim sameach! 🕎
Happy Hanukkah, California! Chag urim sameach! 🕎
The tragic loss of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele is incredibly heartbreaking.
Rob’s legacy extends beyond film and television. He championed democracy, civil rights, early childhood education, and marriage equality.
My heart is with their family and loved ones as they grieve this profound loss.
Rob’s legacy extends beyond film and television. He championed democracy, civil rights, early childhood education, and marriage equality.
My heart is with their family and loved ones as they grieve this profound loss.
December 15, 2025 at 5:17 PM
The tragic loss of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele is incredibly heartbreaking.
Rob’s legacy extends beyond film and television. He championed democracy, civil rights, early childhood education, and marriage equality.
My heart is with their family and loved ones as they grieve this profound loss.
Rob’s legacy extends beyond film and television. He championed democracy, civil rights, early childhood education, and marriage equality.
My heart is with their family and loved ones as they grieve this profound loss.
Today is National Wreaths Across America Day, a time to honor our fallen heroes and ensure every legacy lives on.
With more than 1,000 wreaths laid in tribute, we honor the service and sacrifice of those who gave everything for the freedoms we cherish in California and across the nation.
With more than 1,000 wreaths laid in tribute, we honor the service and sacrifice of those who gave everything for the freedoms we cherish in California and across the nation.
December 13, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Today is National Wreaths Across America Day, a time to honor our fallen heroes and ensure every legacy lives on.
With more than 1,000 wreaths laid in tribute, we honor the service and sacrifice of those who gave everything for the freedoms we cherish in California and across the nation.
With more than 1,000 wreaths laid in tribute, we honor the service and sacrifice of those who gave everything for the freedoms we cherish in California and across the nation.
Big win for California: the CSU just saw its biggest enrollment jump in a decade — enrolling over 471,000 students this fall.
That means more first-generation students, more transfer students & more Californians making their dreams come true.
Proud of our CSU community!
That means more first-generation students, more transfer students & more Californians making their dreams come true.
Proud of our CSU community!
December 10, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Big win for California: the CSU just saw its biggest enrollment jump in a decade — enrolling over 471,000 students this fall.
That means more first-generation students, more transfer students & more Californians making their dreams come true.
Proud of our CSU community!
That means more first-generation students, more transfer students & more Californians making their dreams come true.
Proud of our CSU community!
On this day of remembrance, California honors the 2,403 lives lost in the tragic attack on Pearl Harbor. We pay tribute to all our fallen heroes, as their stories will continue to shape our nation’s resilience. Their sacrifice to serve will never be forgotten.
December 7, 2025 at 7:23 PM
On this day of remembrance, California honors the 2,403 lives lost in the tragic attack on Pearl Harbor. We pay tribute to all our fallen heroes, as their stories will continue to shape our nation’s resilience. Their sacrifice to serve will never be forgotten.
Honored to join the San Francisco Interfaith Council for their 25th Annual Thanksgiving Prayer Breakfast. Grateful for their powerful leadership, and for a California that stands firmly for dignity, sanctuary, and belonging for all.
Wishing everyone a warm and meaningful holiday season.
Wishing everyone a warm and meaningful holiday season.
November 28, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Honored to join the San Francisco Interfaith Council for their 25th Annual Thanksgiving Prayer Breakfast. Grateful for their powerful leadership, and for a California that stands firmly for dignity, sanctuary, and belonging for all.
Wishing everyone a warm and meaningful holiday season.
Wishing everyone a warm and meaningful holiday season.
Happy Thanksgiving, California! 🦃🍂
I’m grateful for the kindness, resilience, and sense of community that make our state so special. Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, warm, and joyful holiday.
I’m grateful for the kindness, resilience, and sense of community that make our state so special. Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, warm, and joyful holiday.
November 27, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Happy Thanksgiving, California! 🦃🍂
I’m grateful for the kindness, resilience, and sense of community that make our state so special. Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, warm, and joyful holiday.
I’m grateful for the kindness, resilience, and sense of community that make our state so special. Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, warm, and joyful holiday.
Honored to join the incredible team at @glidesf.bsky.social to serve breakfast to our neighbors in the Tenderloin.
At a time when many families are facing food insecurity, GLIDE continues to lead with dignity, love & compassion. Grateful to every volunteer who showed up to lift up our community.
At a time when many families are facing food insecurity, GLIDE continues to lead with dignity, love & compassion. Grateful to every volunteer who showed up to lift up our community.
November 26, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Honored to join the incredible team at @glidesf.bsky.social to serve breakfast to our neighbors in the Tenderloin.
At a time when many families are facing food insecurity, GLIDE continues to lead with dignity, love & compassion. Grateful to every volunteer who showed up to lift up our community.
At a time when many families are facing food insecurity, GLIDE continues to lead with dignity, love & compassion. Grateful to every volunteer who showed up to lift up our community.
I opposed yesterday’s UC tuition increase because students shouldn’t be the solution to structural deficits.
Californians are struggling to afford basic necessities. Raising tuition only pushes the dream to pursue higher education further out of reach.
Californians are struggling to afford basic necessities. Raising tuition only pushes the dream to pursue higher education further out of reach.
November 20, 2025 at 4:58 PM
I opposed yesterday’s UC tuition increase because students shouldn’t be the solution to structural deficits.
Californians are struggling to afford basic necessities. Raising tuition only pushes the dream to pursue higher education further out of reach.
Californians are struggling to afford basic necessities. Raising tuition only pushes the dream to pursue higher education further out of reach.
The work is by no means done, but this Systemwide Policy represents an important step to fulfilling the CSU’s responsibility towards the Tribal Communities in the state.
🔗 www.calstate.edu/csu-system/n...
🔗 www.calstate.edu/csu-system/n...
November 18, 2025 at 11:19 PM
The work is by no means done, but this Systemwide Policy represents an important step to fulfilling the CSU’s responsibility towards the Tribal Communities in the state.
🔗 www.calstate.edu/csu-system/n...
🔗 www.calstate.edu/csu-system/n...
It’s National Take a Hike Day, California!
Earlier this year, I hiked through Calaveras Big Trees State Park, a reminder of how lucky we are to call this beautiful state home. Get outside today and soak in that fresh California air.
Earlier this year, I hiked through Calaveras Big Trees State Park, a reminder of how lucky we are to call this beautiful state home. Get outside today and soak in that fresh California air.
November 18, 2025 at 12:00 AM
It’s National Take a Hike Day, California!
Earlier this year, I hiked through Calaveras Big Trees State Park, a reminder of how lucky we are to call this beautiful state home. Get outside today and soak in that fresh California air.
Earlier this year, I hiked through Calaveras Big Trees State Park, a reminder of how lucky we are to call this beautiful state home. Get outside today and soak in that fresh California air.
The return of SNAP benefits is a lifeline for millions of families. But the Republican Big Betrayal Bill guts that progress, slashing funding and imposing harsh work requirements that could rip food off the tables of those who need it most.
Working families deserve support, not these cruel cuts.
Working families deserve support, not these cruel cuts.
November 17, 2025 at 10:18 PM
The return of SNAP benefits is a lifeline for millions of families. But the Republican Big Betrayal Bill guts that progress, slashing funding and imposing harsh work requirements that could rip food off the tables of those who need it most.
Working families deserve support, not these cruel cuts.
Working families deserve support, not these cruel cuts.