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Trump and Rubio weigh firing US ambassador over misconduct claims
Trump and Rubio consider removing Greek ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle amid $100,000 credit card allegations.
In brief
Trump and Rubio consider removing Greek ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle amid $100,000 credit card allegations. President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are reportedly considering firing U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle after misconduct allegations involving a $100,000 credit card bill. Originally…
Trump and Rubio consider firing US ambassador
President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are reportedly considering removing U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle amid misconduct allegations.
Allegations include $100,000 credit card bill
Guilfoyle allegedly asked donor Eric Deters to cover a $100,000 credit card bill in exchange for access to senior administration officials.
Guilfoyle denies wrongdoing
Guilfoyle denies wrongdoing, stating the $100,000 was money she was owed for public appearances, not a payment in exchange for political access.
Guilfoyle's lawyers dispute claims
Her attorneys dispute the account involving Deters, saying the $100,000 was money she was owed for public appearances, not a payment in exchange for political access.
Guilfoyle denies improper use of aircraft
Her attorneys also rejected allegations involving Guilfoyle’s use of private aircraft, saying she followed State Department travel regulations before every trip.
Senate Majority Whip calls allegations troubling
Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso, R-Wyo., expressed concern over the allegations during an appearance on CBS’s 'Face the Nation.'
Barrasso expects investigation
Barrasso said the Senate Foreign Relations Committee would exercise oversight and that the public has a right to know what investigators find.
State Department inspector general reviewing
The State Department’s inspector general is already reviewing the allegations, though it’s unclear whether a formal investigation has been opened.
Trump and Rubio 'extremely pissed off'
A senior U.S. official told AP that Trump and Rubio are 'extremely pissed off' over the allegations and could decide Guilfoyle’s future later this week.
Guilfoyle previously engaged to Trump Jr.
Guilfoyle was previously engaged to Donald Trump Jr. and denies wrongdoing in the allegations.
Allegations include threats to Greek officials
Guilfoyle faces accusations of threatening a Greek official and accepting improper gifts and services.
Guilfoyle's attorneys reject allegations
Her attorneys rejected allegations involving Guilfoyle’s use of private aircraft, saying she followed State Department guidance and travel regulations before every trip.
Trump and Rubio may act this week
Trump and Rubio could decide on action later this week after the Columbus Day holiday.
At a glance
President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are reportedly considering firing U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle after misconduct allegations involving a $100,000 credit card bill.
