Trump asks Greece ambassador to resign amid ethics scandal
US President Donald Trump’s administration has asked its ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, to resign, the White House said on Tuesday, amid allegations that she sought money from a Trump supporter and accepted lavish hospitality from wealthy Greek businessmen. “We have asked Ambassador Guilfoyle to resign,” Trump’s new press secretary Katie Zacharia told reporters at her first White House…
The White House announced on Tuesday that US President Donald Trump has asked Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign from her post in Greece, amid allegations of seeking money from a Trump supporter and accepting lavish hospitality from wealthy Greek businessmen. Press Secretary Katie Zacharia confirmed the decision at a press briefing.
Trump acknowledged considering the dismissal a day prior, stating the allegations were concerning but not yet spoken to Guilfoyle. Guilfoyle, a former Fox News host, defended her record as ambassador, highlighting her efforts to boost US energy exports and strengthen security ties with Greece. She rejected the allegations as false and pledged her loyalty to Trump.
Reports by The Wall Street Journal detailed Guilfoyle's financial dealings, including asking supporter Eric Deters for $100,000 to pay off personal credit card debt, and luxury trips funded by Greek businessmen. The State Department's inspector general is currently investigating the allegations of improper gifts.
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- Kimberly Guilfoyle, Trump's ambassador to Greece, resigns after allegations of improper conduct pbs.org
