Breaking news: Ex-N.Y.P.D. commissioner accuses Adams of running department as criminal enterprise

Thomas Donlon filed a sweeping federal lawsuit against Mayor Eric Adams and top police officials.

View in browser July 16, 2025, 11:05 a.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Jefferson Siegel for The New York Times Ex-Commissioner Sues Adams, Accusing Mayor of Running N.Y.P.D. as a Criminal Enterprise Thomas Donlon, who served only weeks, said in a lawsuit that Mayor Eric Adams and top department officials had manipulated the system for personal and political gain. Read more More Top Stories News Analysis For President Trump, domestic adversaries are not just wrong, they are "evil." → The Senate advanced the president's legislation to claw back $9 billion for foreign aid and public broadcasting. → News Analysis The Supreme Court keeps ruling in President Trump's favor, but doesn't say why. → If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018