The Mamdani administration rehired a staffer fired under former Mayor Eric Adams — as the employee continues a lawsuit against the city for alleged discrimination when he was given the pink slip. Hassan Naveed was hired by Mayor Zohran Mamdani as the chief of staff to the deputy mayor for community safety, writing online Monday that he was “thrilled” about the new post. “I want to extend a sincere thank you to Deputy Mayor Renita Francois  for this incredible opportunity and for her leadership