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NYC Police Commissioner Resigns Amid Federal Probes Targeting Mayor Adams' Circle

Edward Caban steps down after his phone was seized in a federal investigation involving multiple high-ranking officials.

  • Former NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban resigned, citing distractions from ongoing federal investigations.
  • Federal authorities seized Caban's phone and those of other top officials, including two deputy mayors and the schools chancellor.
  • Mayor Eric Adams has denied any wrongdoing, and no charges have been filed against him or his aides.
  • Investigations focus on potential illegal donations to Adams' 2021 campaign and possible misuse of official power.
  • Tom Donlon, a former FBI agent, has been appointed as the interim NYPD Commissioner following Caban's resignation.
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