President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are considering the dismissal of Kimberly Guilfoyle from her post as U.S. Ambassador to Greece. The potential personnel change follows multiple reports from The Wall Street Journal and The Daily Mail alleging improper and possibly illegal conduct by Guilfoyle both before and during her diplomatic assignment in Athens. A senior U.S. official stated on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, that the administration would likely decide on a course of action this week, following the Columbus Day holiday on Monday.
The allegations include reports that Guilfoyle asked a Trump donor to pay a $100,000 credit card bill prior to her confirmation hearing in exchange for access to administration officials. Other reports claim she told guests at a reception that the U.S. could undermine the Greek government, promoted the interests of a specific Greek energy and construction company, and allowed a lobbyist to attend private meetings. Further claims suggest she boasted about luxury travel to France with energy executives and alienated staff at the U.S. embassy.
Secretary Rubio, who visited Athens last week, initially defended Guilfoyle on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, describing her as a "strong ambassador." However, after another report appeared late Wednesday, his tone shifted. On Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, Rubio berated journalists for asking about the allegations, stating he could not confirm their truth. A second U.S. official confirmed that the State Department’s inspector general is looking into the claims, though it is not yet clear if a formal investigation has been launched. The State Department has declined to comment on the matter.
Representative Gregory Meeks (D-NY), Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), and Representative Robert Garcia (D-CA) have called for investigations into the allegations. As of Oct. 11, 2026, Guilfoyle's lawyer maintains she has done nothing wrong.