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Mamdani Retains Key Health Leaders Amid Criticism

12/30/2025

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Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will retain several department heads from the Eric Adams administration as he prepares to take office.
He renominated Dr. Mitchell Katz to lead NYC Health + Hospitals and Dr. Jason Graham as chief medical examiner, signaling a commitment to experienced leadership.
Critics say many key positions remain unfilled, while supporters argue that retaining experienced appointees like Katz and Michael Garner benefits New Yorkers.

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Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will retain several department heads from the Eric Adams administration as he prepares to take office.
He renominated Dr. Mitchell Katz to lead NYC Health + Hospitals and Dr. Jason Graham as chief medical examiner, signaling a commitment to experienced leadership.
Critics say many key positions remain unfilled, while supporters argue that retaining experienced appointees like Katz and Michael Garner benefits New Yorkers.