US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are reportedly considering removing Kimberly Guilfoyle from her position as the US ambassador to Greece following a series of media reports alleging questionable conduct before and during her diplomatic tenure.
According to reports published, The Associated Press and The Guardian, senior administration officials have expressed growing concern over the allegations. A decision on Guilfoyle’s future could come this week, although no official announcement regarding her removal has been made.
Allegations Raise Questions About Diplomatic Conduct
The controversy intensified after reports by The Wall Street Journal raised questions about Guilfoyle’s interactions with political donors, business representatives and officials in Greece.
One of the most serious allegations concerns an alleged request for $100,000 from Trump donor Eric Deters shortly before Guilfoyle’s Senate confirmation hearing. According to the reports, Deters said she asked him to cover a substantial American Express credit card bill and indicated that the payment could help him gain access to senior administration officials.
Deters reportedly did not transfer the money. Guilfoyle’s lawyer has disputed the authenticity of the text messages cited in the reporting, while reported that she denied sending the messages to administration officials.
Other reports have raised concerns about alleged gifts and services, Guilfoyle’s interactions with Greek officials, and claims that she promoted the interests of a Greek construction and energy company. Questions have also been raised about whether a company lobbyist was allowed to participate in private diplomatic meetings.
These claims remain allegations and have not, based on the cited reports, been established as proven misconduct.
Rubio Reportedly Growing Frustrated
The controversy has reportedly become a source of tension within the administration, particularly for Rubio, who visited Athens last week for diplomatic engagements, including a speech on Western democracy at the Acropolis.
Guilfoyle attended events during the secretary of state’s visit. According to an official cited by The Associated Press, Rubio has become increasingly frustrated as additional reports have emerged.
Rubio initially spoke positively about Guilfoyle’s work as ambassador. However, when journalists questioned him about the growing controversy during his visit, he challenged the assumption that media reports should automatically be accepted as factual.
His response reflected the administration’s position that the allegations require scrutiny rather than automatic acceptance.
Trump has also been briefed on the controversy. When asked about the matter earlier, the president said he had only recently heard about the reports and did not know enough about the details to comment extensively.
Possible State Department Review
The allegations may also draw scrutiny from within the US government. A second official cited by The Associated Press said the State Department’s inspector general was looking into the matter, although it remained unclear whether a formal investigation had begun.
An initial review does not necessarily lead to a full investigation or disciplinary action. Any further steps would depend on the findings and the evidence available.
Meanwhile, senior Democratic lawmakers have called for an investigation. They include Representative Gregory Meeks, Senator Jeanne Shaheen and Representative Robert Garcia, who have raised concerns about the allegations and called for greater scrutiny.
The State Department has not publicly confirmed a formal investigation into Guilfoyle, according to the reports.
Guilfoyle’s Background and Political Connections
Guilfoyle previously worked as a prosecutor in California and as a television host at Fox News. She was also engaged to Donald Trump Jr., the president’s eldest son, before their relationship ended.
Her appointment as ambassador to Greece placed her in a prominent diplomatic role, representing the United States in a country with longstanding strategic, economic and security ties to Washington.
The current controversy could therefore have implications beyond her personal position, particularly if the administration determines that the allegations require formal action.
What Happens Next?
For now, Guilfoyle remains at the centre of a developing political controversy. Trump and Rubio are reportedly weighing their options, but her dismissal has not been confirmed.
The key questions are whether the reported concerns lead to a formal investigation, whether investigators substantiate any allegations, and whether the administration decides that a change in diplomatic leadership is necessary.
Until further evidence or an official decision emerges, the allegations should be treated as unproven. The coming days could clarify whether Guilfoyle will continue as US ambassador to Greece or face a change in her position.