Goldman’s Former Top Lawyer Calls Epstein a ‘Masterful Liar’

Goldman Sachs' former top lawyer, Kathryn Ruemmler, has made a striking characterization of Jeffrey Epstein, describing him as a "masterful liar" in a closed-door congressional hearing. This testimony is significant as it comes from someone who had a high-level role at one of the financial institutions that has faced scrutiny over its dealings with Epstein.

Ruemmler's comments add to the growing body of evidence and testimony that aim to shed light on Epstein's activities and how he was able to operate with relative impunity for so long. The congressional investigation into Epstein is focused on understanding the extent of his network and how various individuals and institutions may have enabled his behavior. The fact that Ruemmler, who served as general counsel at Goldman Sachs from 2010 to 2016, was called to testify suggests that lawmakers are interested in exploring the potential connections between Epstein and major financial players.

What's next to watch is how Ruemmler's testimony, along with other evidence and testimony, contributes to a broader understanding of Epstein's operations and whether it leads to any concrete actions or recommendations from lawmakers. Additionally, it will be important to see if other high-profile witnesses are called to testify and if the investigation uncovers new information about Epstein's relationships with influential people and institutions.

Originally reported by nytimes.com. MyNews adds analysis for general news readers.