Politics · October 13, 2026
President Trump said he is “looking at” firing Kimberly Guilfoyle and that he “is not happy” with his ambassador to Greece

President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are reportedly considering firing Kimberly Guilfoyle from her post as U.S. Ambassador to Greece. The potential dismissal follows a series of reports in the Wall Street Journal and other outlets alleging misconduct, including soliciting a $100,000 credit card bailout from a donor in exchange for political access, promoting specific business interests, and creating a hostile work environment at the embassy. Trump stated on Monday that he is 'not happy' and is 'looking at' the situation. The State Department's Office of Inspector General is reportedly investigating the claims, which Guilfoyle and her attorneys have denied.
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Trump Says He Is ‘Looking at’ Firing Kimberly Guilfoyle
Read at The New York Times ↗President Trump said he is “looking at” firing Kimberly Guilfoyle and that he “is not happy” with his ambassador to Greece
Read at Wall Street Journal ↗Trump says he’s ‘looking at’ firing Kimberly Guilfoyle from Athens post
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Trump and Rubio weigh firing Kimberly Guilfoyle as misconduct and donor bailout allegations mount
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Trump weighs Guilfoyle’s future
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Trump says ‘we’re looking at’ firing Kimberly Guilfoyle, the U.S. ambassador to Greece
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Trump says he's "looking at" firing Kimberly Guilfoyle
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Trump and Rubio weigh firing Kimberly Guilfoyle after reports of improper conduct
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'Not happy': Trump considers firing Ambassador Guilfoyle
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Reported across the spectrum
- President Trump stated he is 'not happy' and 'looking at' firing Kimberly Guilfoyle.
- Guilfoyle currently serves as the U.S. Ambassador to Greece.
- The Wall Street Journal reported allegations that Guilfoyle asked donor Eric Deters to pay a $100,000 credit card bill.
- Guilfoyle was previously engaged to Donald Trump Jr.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Athens recently and initially defended Guilfoyle before expressing frustration with media reports.
Reported by only some outlets
- Representative Gregory Meeks and Senator Jeanne Shaheen have called for investigations.
- The Daily Mail reported allegations of a hostile workplace, including demoting security for failing to provide ice at 4 a.m.
- Guilfoyle’s lawyers claim Eric Deters owed her money for speaking engagements rather than a quid pro quo.
- Guilfoyle allegedly allowed a lobbyist for the Aktor Group into private diplomatic meetings.
- Donald Trump Jr. married Bettina Anderson in May 2026.
Left-leaning outlets tend to emphasize…
Emphasizes the potential illegality of the conduct, highlighting that Democratic leaders were the first to call for oversight. Focuses on the 'quid pro quo' nature of the financial allegations and uses anonymous sources to describe the administration as 'pissed off.'
Right-leaning outlets tend to emphasize…
Includes significant detail regarding Guilfoyle's personal history, such as her past marriage to Gavin Newsom and Donald Trump Jr.'s recent marriage. Mentions Vice President JD Vance's caution against 'rushing to judgment' and notes that Greek officials denied being threatened by her.
Centrist outlets tend to focus on…
Focuses on the shifting presidential rhetoric, moving from a 'softer tone' on Friday to a more critical stance by Monday. Concentrates on the status of the Inspector General investigation and the specific rebuttals provided by Guilfoyle’s legal team.
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Coverage diverges along left/right lines — see Framing tab for specifics.
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