• Kathy Ruemmler resigns as Goldman Sachs general counsel following revelations of her ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
• Emails show Ruemmler referred to Epstein as "Uncle Jeffrey" and advised him on media strategies.
• Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon expressed respect for Ruemmler's decision to resign.

Kathy Ruemmler, the chief legal officer at Goldman Sachs, announced her resignation effective June 30, 2026, after new documents from the U.S. Justice Department highlighted her extensive connections with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon emphasized in a statement that she has been an "extraordinary general counsel" and will be missed for her contributions to the firm, but he accepted her resignation in light of the circumstances, describing the matter as a distraction to the firm’s interests, according to Reuters and CBS News.

The released emails indicate that Ruemmler had a personal friendship with Epstein, referring to him in affectionate terms such as "sweetie" and "Uncle Jeffrey". Notably, she advised him on how to mitigate media scrutiny regarding his criminal past, reinforcing a relationship marked by both personal and professional exchanges. Ruemmler previously served as White House counsel under Barack Obama and joined Goldman Sachs in 2020 from Latham & Watkins, as reported by SCMP and Al Jazeera.

The documents revealed that Ruemmler received lavish gifts from Epstein over several years, including high-end items such as a Hermès handbag valued at $9,350. Her communications included discussing personal matters and even expressing adoration for Epstein, leading to questions about her judgment and ethical considerations surrounding their interactions. Legal experts highlighted that while her acceptance of gifts may not have violated specific ethical rules for attorneys, it raised significant concerns regarding her professional judgment, according to Reuters and BBC.