Former NYPD chief Thomas Donlon sues Mayor Adams, alleging the NYPD operates as a "criminal enterprise."

Former NYPD interim commissioner Thomas Donlon has filed a lawsuit accusing Mayor Eric Adams and top NYPD officials of running the department as a "criminal enterprise." Donlon alleges they granted unearned promotions, covered up misconduct, and retaliated against whistleblowers. The lawsuit seeks damages and claims the mayor's administration is corrupt. Mayor Adams' spokesperson called the allegations "absurd."