Trump and Rubio consider dismissing US ambassador to Greece
US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are considering dismissing the US ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, following media reports accusing her of inappropriate behavior and potential violations, including threats to an official, accepting improper gifts, and attempting to secure payment of a $100,000 credit card bill.
US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are considering dismissing the US ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, following media reports accusing her of inappropriate behavior and potential violations during her tenure in Athens. The Associated Press quoted a senior US official saying Trump and Rubio are deeply displeased with the allegations, with a decision expected this week. According to the Wall Street Journal, the reports include allegations of threats to a host country official, accepting improper gifts and services, and attempting to secure payment of a $100,000 credit card bill from a Trump supporter in exchange for facilitating access to US administration officials. Reports also mentioned Guilfoyle promoting a Greek company's interests in construction and energy sectors and allowing its representative to attend private diplomatic meetings. Guilfoyle's lawyers denied any wrongdoing. Rubio initially defended the ambassador but later declined to comment. The State Department Inspector General is reviewing the allegations, while Democratic lawmakers have called for an investigation.