Goldman Sachs Lawyer Resigns Over Epstein Ties

Kathryn Ruemmler, the general counsel for Goldman Sachs, resigned on Thursday following the United States — United States Department of Justice's release of documents detailing her extensive and long-standing friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. For years, both Kathryn Ruemmler and Goldman Sachs representatives maintained that her relationship with Jeffrey Epstein was strictly professional. However, the newly released emails, text messages, and photographs revealed a much closer connection, including Kathryn Ruemmler advising Jeffrey Epstein on how to handle media scrutiny regarding his sex crimes, discussing her personal life, and accepting lavish gifts from him. David Solomon, CEO of Goldman Sachs, accepted her resignation, stating he respected her decision. Kathryn Ruemmler had served as Goldman Sachs's general counsel since 2021, was a partner and vice chair of its reputational risk committee, and previously held the role of White House counsel under President Barack Obama. Her resignation is part of a broader trend of powerful individuals facing repercussions as more information about their ties to Jeffrey Epstein comes to light.