Overview
- Tucker submitted his resignation the morning after Zohran Mamdani’s victory and set Dec. 19, 2025, as his last day.
- In his letter, Tucker said he will remain through Dec. 19 to ensure an orderly handoff at the 17,000‑person department.
- People close to Tucker and FDNY sources said he felt he would not mesh with the incoming administration given his Zionist identity and Mamdani’s positions on Israel.
- A mayor’s office spokesperson said an acting fire commissioner will be named for the transition period.
- Reports said Tucker planned to return to his private security firm, T&M, and that other top Adams aides, including Kaz Daughtry, are expected to submit resignations in the coming days.