Kathy Ruemmler, the top lawyer at Goldman Sachs, is stepping down after emails revealed a close relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Despite previously distancing herself from Epstein, Ruemmler described him as an “older brother” and downplayed his crimes. Her resignation comes amidst controversy over gift-giving between clients and bankers, which Wall Street generally frowns upon. The exact reasons for her departure remain unclear, but it is known that she had received expensive gifts from Epstein in the past. Ruemmler will leave her position as Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel on June 30, 2026.
Source: https://www.npr.org/2026/02/13/nx-s1-5713309/goldman-sachs-epstein-ties-resignation