Top Goldman Sachs lawyer who called Epstein 'Uncle Jeffrey' resigns

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 3 min read 100% complete February 13, 2026 at 06:10 PM

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Kathryn Ruemmler, Goldman Sachs' top lawyer, is resigning from her position effective June 30th after facing scrutiny over her past friendship with Jeffrey Epstein. Disclosed emails revealed Ruemmler referred to Epstein as "Uncle Jeffrey," advised him on media matters, and accepted gifts. While there is no suggestion of criminal wrongdoing, the revelations became a public relations issue for Goldman Sachs, where Ruemmler led the reputational risk committee. Ruemmler stated she knew Epstein as a lawyer and had no knowledge of his criminal conduct. She communicated with Epstein frequently between 2014 and 2019 while in private practice.

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