Kathryn Ruemmler appeared before a congressional committee to discuss her past interactions with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, describing herself as having been “used” by the financier.
Ruemmler, who served as White House Counsel during the Obama administration and later held a senior legal position at Goldman Sachs, provided a detailed account of her encounters with Epstein.
She testified that Epstein approached her under the pretense of professional networking, offering introductions that she later recognized as part of a broader scheme.
Ruemmler emphasized that she was unaware of any illegal activity at the time and that Epstein’s overtures left her feeling manipulated and complicit in a deceptive arrangement.
The committee questioned her about the extent of her involvement and the potential impact on her former colleagues, noting her close ties to the former president.
Lawmakers indicated that the testimony could inform ongoing investigations into Epstein’s network and raise broader concerns about the influence of powerful individuals in political and financial circles.
