Diplomacy
Trump Asks US Ambassador Facing Corruption Allegations to Resign
BBC · 2 hours ago · Read the Full Story on BBC
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President Donald Trump's administration has requested the resignation of Kimberly Guilfoyle, the U.S. Ambassador to Greece, following allegations that she solicited money from a Trump donor.
- The White House announced that the administration has asked U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign voluntarily.
- President Donald Trump stated that he is not liking what he is reading regarding the allegations against the ambassador.
- Guilfoyle faces allegations that she solicited and pressed long-time Trump associate Eric Deters for money.
- The ambassador's lawyers claimed the requested funds were payment for pre-ambassador speaking and consulting work.
- Eric Deters dismissed the lawyers' explanation as a complete lie and plans to take legal action.
- Audio recordings and reports indicated Guilfoyle boasted about luxury outings and allegedly told Athens officials that the US could help overthrow the Greek government.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio was reportedly unhappy with the allegations during his recent visit to Athens.
- Guilfoyle, 57, was nominated as envoy to Athens in December 2024 and previously shared a multi-year romantic relationship with Donald Trump Jr.
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