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Epstein's Call to Goldman Lawyer Reveals Disturbing Connections

2/7/2026

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Kathryn Ruemmler, a lawyer at Goldman Sachs and former White House counsel, was contacted by Jeffrey Epstein shortly after his 2019 arrest.
Handwritten notes indicate Epstein expressed concern during a brief call with Ruemmler, who clarified she never represented him.
Emails reveal Epstein sought Ruemmler's assistance for a White House tour for Woody Allen and to communicate with Melinda Gates.
Melinda Gates recently commented on her mention in Epstein documents, reflecting on painful memories from her marriage to Bill Gates.

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Kathryn Ruemmler, a lawyer at Goldman Sachs and former White House counsel, was contacted by Jeffrey Epstein shortly after his 2019 arrest.
Handwritten notes indicate Epstein expressed concern during a brief call with Ruemmler, who clarified she never represented him.
Emails reveal Epstein sought Ruemmler's assistance for a White House tour for Woody Allen and to communicate with Melinda Gates.
Melinda Gates recently commented on her mention in Epstein documents, reflecting on painful memories from her marriage to Bill Gates.