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Goldman Sachs Counsel Faces Backlash Over Epstein Ties

11/19/2025

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Goldman Sachs General Counsel Kathy Ruemmler faced backlash after her name appeared in emails from Jeffrey Epstein.
Employees criticized the firm's memo on communication as tone-deaf given Ruemmler's ties to Epstein.
Reports indicate Ruemmler had a close relationship with Epstein, including numerous meetings and being named executor of his estate.
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers and others linked to Epstein have faced scrutiny, with Summers stepping back from commitments.

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Goldman Sachs General Counsel Kathy Ruemmler faced backlash after her name appeared in emails from Jeffrey Epstein.
Employees criticized the firm's memo on communication as tone-deaf given Ruemmler's ties to Epstein.
Reports indicate Ruemmler had a close relationship with Epstein, including numerous meetings and being named executor of his estate.
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers and others linked to Epstein have faced scrutiny, with Summers stepping back from commitments.