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Trump Considers Firing Greek Envoy Over Conduct Reports
Trump says he is 'looking at' firing U.S. envoy to Greece after reports of improper conduct.
In brief
Trump says he is 'looking at' firing U.S. envoy to Greece after reports of improper conduct. Trump reportedly plans to fire U.S. ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle due to allegations of improper conduct and gifts. Originally reported by Seattletimes.
Trump says he is 'looking at' firing U.S. envoy to Greece
President Donald Trump said Monday he is 'looking at' firing U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle after reports of improper conduct.
“Well, we’re looking at it. We’re not happy.”
Rubio and Trump 'extremely pissed off' about allegations
Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are 'extremely pissed off' by reports of improper conduct and will likely decide on her future this week.
“We’re extremely pissed off by Guilfoyle’s reported conduct and will likely decide on her future this week.”
Guilfoyle's lawyers deny wrongdoing
Guilfoyle's lawyers claim the money she sought from a Trump donor was payment for services like public appearances and speaking engagements that predate her nomination.
“Ambassador Guilfoyle has served, and will continue to serve, with integrity, honor and distinction.”
Rubio refuses to comment on allegations
Rubio has declined to publicly address the growing allegations, saying he does not know if they are true and will not respond without confirmation.
“You guys walk around thinking that because some source told you something and you reported it, it’s the gospel.”
State Department investigates allegations
The State Department’s inspector general is looking into the allegations, which began surfacing in late September and have since multiplied.
“The State Department’s inspector general is looking into the allegations.”
Democrats call for investigation
Top Democrats on House and Senate foreign affairs committees have called for an investigation into Guilfoyle’s conduct.
“The top two Democrats on the House Foreign Affairs and Senate Foreign Relations committees have already called for an investigation.”
Guilfoyle's past conduct reported
The Wall Street Journal reported that Guilfoyle made threats to officials, accepted improper gifts, and offered to use her influence for a $100,000 credit card bill.
“Guilfoyle had asked a Trump donor and supporter to pay a $100,000 credit card bill just before her confirmation hearing.”
The key point
Trump reportedly plans to fire U.S. ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle due to allegations of improper conduct and gifts.