White House requests resignation of US ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle

The White House has officially requested the resignation of Kimberly Guilfoyle, the United States ambassador to Greece, following a series of reports regarding allegations of misconduct. White House press secretary Katie Zacharia confirmed the decision on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, thanking Guilfoyle for her service. This announcement followed public remarks by President Donald Trump on October 12, who admitted his administration was unhappy and reviewing her position.

The controversy, initially detailed by the Wall Street Journal, involves allegations that Guilfoyle solicited $100,000 from a Republican donor, Eric Deters, shortly before her 2025 Senate confirmation. The report alleged she offered access to senior Trump administration officials in exchange for settling a credit card debt. Furthermore, officials reportedly expressed concerns over claims that she threatened to use her diplomatic influence to undermine the Greek government.

Following the White House request, Guilfoyle issued a statement via social media defending her diplomatic tenure, which she described as the honor of her life. She categorically denied any wrongdoing, maintaining that requested payments related to legitimate past speaking and consulting work. Her legal team has consistently disputed the authenticity of the messaging cited in the reports.