Untersuchung gefordert: Vorwurf Bestechlichkeit: Kritik an US-Botschafterin in Athen

US-Botschafterin Kimberly Guilfoyle is facing increasing pressure over allegations of being susceptible to bribery. Republican Senator John Barrasso stated that the State Department will likely launch an investigation into the matter. The Senate committee responsible for the issue is also expected to take charge. It has been reported that Guilfoyle asked Trump donor Eric Deters for a $100,000 transfer shortly before her Senate hearing, which she claimed she needed to pay off American Express debts.

According to the "Wall Street Journal", Guilfoyle had been in contact with Deters for months, who promised her personal tax and legal matters attention in exchange for the funds, potentially amounting to $1 million. However, Deters denies making any payments. Guilfoyle's lawyer denies the authenticity of the reported messages, stating that she only received money for public appearances.

Several Democrats had previously demanded a thorough investigation, including Democratic Caucus Chair Robert Garcia, who called the allegations part of a "long line of corruption allegations surrounding the Trump administration" and demanded answers. If proven true, the allegations would constitute blatant abuse of power. Deters denied ever intending to send Guilfoyle money, instead claiming he fabricated an excuse.

CBS News reported that Deters shared the text messages with CBS News, which showed Guilfoyle's request for the $100,000. Senator Marco Rubio, whose department oversees the ambassador, brushed off the reports at a press conference in Athens, stating that Guilfoyle is a "strong ambassador."