White House: Kimberly Guilfoyle is asked to resign after allegations of improper conduct: news
13-10-2026
White House Requests Resignation of Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle Over Misconduct Allegations
The White House has officially requested the resignation of Kimberly Guilfoyle, the U.S. Ambassador to Greece, following mounting allegations of improper conduct, ethical breaches, and questionable financial dealings.
AP NewsKey Details and Allegations
Resignation Request: White House and State Department officials moved to replace Guilfoyle after intense internal scrutiny from President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, both of whom reportedly grew frustrated with the ongoing controversies.
Quid Pro Quo Claims: Reports surfaced indicating Guilfoyle allegedly sought payment for a personal $100,000 credit card bill from a prominent donor in exchange for promising access to top administration officials.
CP24Improper Gifts and Travel: Investigations highlighted undisclosed luxury travel, including private jet flights and upscale accommodations paid for by foreign executives, as well as promoting specific foreign corporate interests.
Diplomatic Tensions: Reports also revealed that embassy staff had raised concerns over conduct deemed inconsistent with standard diplomatic protocols and diplomatic relations with Greek officials.
CP24Legal Defense: Attorneys representing Guilfoyle have denied the allegations of misconduct, asserting that transactions in question involved legitimate payments for prior public speaking engagements and services rather than improper influence.
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