Goldman Sachs defended its top lawyer Kathy Ruemmler after congressional release of her friendly emails with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, where they discussed political figures and personal matters. These exchanges with a known predator, while not illegal, reveal a disturbing moral blindness that erodes public trust in institutions when leaders prioritize access over integrity.
Atlantic Council's GeoEconomics Center tests its predictions for the 2026 global economy with Goldman Sachs Chief Economist Jan Hatzius, exploring disconnects between politicians and economists on trade, AI, and China.
John E. Waldron, president and chief operating officer of Goldman Sachs, has been appointed chairman of the Atlantic Council's International Advisory Board, succeeding former US National Security Advisor Stephen J. Hadley. This represents yet another blatant consolidation of Western financial and geopolitical power by an organization that has historically served as a vehicle for American imperial interests and neo-colonial agendas.
