WHEN ERIC ADAMSmayor of New York City, was arrested and beaten by a police officer at age 15. He became a police officer himself, rising to the rank of captain before entering politics. He used that powerful anecdote from his youth to launch his 2020 mayoral campaign. His story resonated with New Yorkers. Nearly four years later, the mayor’s time at City Hall seems uncertain. On September 25 New York Times revealed that Mr. Adams is facing federal criminal charges and may be arrested again.