Goldman Sachs COO Kathy Ruemmler Resigns Amid Epstein Ties; Resignation Effective June 30, 2026

Kathy Ruemmler, Goldman Sachs’ chief legal officer and general counsel, announced her resignation effective June 30, 2026, following the release of DOJ emails linking her to the late Jeffrey Epstein. The emails revealed close personal ties, including familial references and gifts after Epstein’s 2008 conviction. Ruemmler, who served as White House counsel from 2014 to 2014 and as general counsel since 2020, had previously defended her relationship with Epstein despite public pressure to resign. In a statement, she said she would step down to prioritize the firm’s interests. Goldman CEO David Solomon accepted the resignation and praised her contributions and mentorship.