Who’s who in Zohran Mamdani’s administration?
City & State New York••general
Key Points:
- Dean Fuleihan, a seasoned veteran and former first deputy mayor under Bill de Blasio, was appointed first deputy mayor by Eric Mamdani on Nov. 10, 2025, to balance concerns about Mamdani’s youth and inexperience.
- Elle Bisgaard-Church, Mamdani’s former Assembly chief of staff and mayoral campaign manager, was named chief of staff on Nov. 10, 2025, reflecting Mamdani’s intent to maintain continuity with his base while expanding his administration.
- Leila Bozorg, with extensive experience in housing and urban planning including roles under Eric Adams and the Obama administration, was appointed deputy mayor for housing and planning on Dec. 19, 2025
