Kimberly Guilfoyle ‘on very thin ice’ with Trump after accusations of pay-to-play scheme as ambassador to Greece

The White House has requested the resignation of Kimberly Guilfoyle, the U.S. Ambassador to Greece, following allegations of a 'pay-to-play' scheme and financial misconduct. Press Secretary Katie Zacharia announced the request during a briefing on October 13, 2026. The move follows reports that Guilfoyle asked donor Eric Deters for $100,000 to cover her credit card debt in exchange for access to administration officials, and separate allegations regarding luxury travel funded by Greek tycoons. While Guilfoyle confirmed she would step down and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve, she also denied the allegations and vowed to defend her reputation. President Trump confirmed his dissatisfaction with the reports shortly before her resignation was announced.

The White House has requested the resignation of Kimberly Guilfoyle, the U.S. Ambassador to Greece, following allegations of a 'pay-to-play' scheme and financial misconduct. Press Secretary Katie Zacharia announced the request during a briefing on October 13, 2026. The move follows reports that Guilfoyle asked donor Eric Deters for $100,000 to cover her credit card debt in exchange for access to administration officials, and separate allegations regarding luxury travel funded by Greek tycoons. While Guilfoyle confirmed she would step down and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve, she also denied the allegations and vowed to defend her reputation. President Trump confirmed his dissatisfaction with the reports shortly before her resignation was announced.