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Politics · October 9, 2026

Guilfoyle associate says when she asked him for $100K, it was "quid pro quo"

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Businessman and Trump donor Eric Deters has accused Kimberly Guilfoyle, the U.S. Ambassador to Greece, of soliciting a $100,000 payment to cover her credit card debt in exchange for political access. The alleged request occurred in July 2025, just days before Guilfoyle’s Senate confirmation hearing. Deters claims the arrangement was a 'quid pro quo' involving access to Trump administration officials and assistance with the extradition of a doctor accused of medical fraud. Guilfoyle’s attorney has questioned the authenticity of the text messages and suggested any funds could have been reimbursements for travel and speaking fees. Both Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance have addressed the allegations, with Rubio questioning the report's validity and Vance expressing disapproval of 'selling access' while stating he lacked specific details on the case.

Businessman and Trump donor Eric Deters has accused Kimberly Guilfoyle, the U.S. Ambassador to Greece, of soliciting a $100,000 payment to cover her credit card debt in exchange for political access. The alleged request occurred in July 2025, just days before Guilfoyle’s Senate confirmation hearing. Deters claims the arrangement was a 'quid pro quo' involving access to Trump administration officials and assistance with the extradition of a doctor accused of medical fraud. Guilfoyle’s attorney has questioned the authenticity of the text messages and suggested any funds could have been reimbursements for travel and speaking fees. Both Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance have addressed the allegations, with Rubio questioning the report's validity and Vance expressing disapproval of 'selling access' while stating he lacked specific details on the case.