Trump Reportedly Weighs Removing Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle Over Misconduct Claims
President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are reportedly weighing whether to dismiss Kimberly Guilfoyle from her post as U.S. ambassador to Greece. Reports allege she threatened an official in the host country and sought a discreet $100,000 credit-card payment in exchange for access to administration officials. The State Department inspector general is reviewing the allegations.
The Associated Press reported that President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are weighing whether to remove Kimberly Guilfoyle from her recent posting as U.S. ambassador to Greece. Allegations include threatening a Greek official and requesting that a $100,000 credit-card balance be paid quietly in return for access to administration figures.
Guilfoyle, formerly engaged to Donald Trump Jr., has close ties to Trump’s circle. Reports also say she claimed two Greek business magnates funded her travel and that she sought entry to a dinner with Eric Trump. Rubio reportedly grew frustrated after arriving in Greece unaware of the controversy. The State Department inspector general is reviewing the claims.
The controversy could affect U.S.–Greece diplomatic relations, as host-government officials may question the reliability of American representation. State Department staff and career diplomats may face heightened scrutiny or morale concerns if political appointees are seen as bypassing norms. The episode may also shape public debate over ethics, patronage, and accountability in foreign appointments, though the inspector general’s review and any final personnel decision remain unresolved.