Trump’s ambassador to Greece asked to resign amid misconduct allegations

What the report says

US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle has been asked to resign by President Donald Trump’s administration after a series of misconduct allegations, according to Al Jazeera, citing White House press secretary Katie Zacharia. The report says the move followed weeks of damaging coverage about Guilfoyle’s conduct while serving in Athens, with the allegations drawing attention in Washington and Greece.

Among the claims cited by Al Jazeera, and originally reported by The Wall Street Journal, was an allegation that Guilfoyle sought a $100,000 payment from a Trump donor before her congressional confirmation hearing in exchange for access to senior administration figures. The article also says she was accused of telling guests she could use US influence against the Greek government, promoting the interests of a Greek construction and energy firm, and allowing a lobbyist linked to that company into private diplomatic meetings. Guilfoyle’s lawyers denied wrongdoing, saying the money referenced was owed for earlier speaking and public appearances.

Trump had already indicated he was considering removing Guilfoyle, telling reporters the administration was “looking at it” and was not satisfied. Secretary of State Marco Rubio first defended her, then declined further comment. Guilfoyle, a former Fox News host and California prosecutor, was a high-profile political appointee with close ties to Trump and his family. The episode is significant because it raises questions about diplomatic conduct, donor access, and how the administration is handling allegations around a senior overseas envoy.