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- calendar_today October 12, 2026
Allegations Surface Against Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle
President Trump announced on October 12, 2026, that he and his administration are "looking at" the possibility of firing Kimberly Guilfoyle from her role as U.S. ambassador to Greece. The statement comes after new allegations involving a request for financial assistance made by Guilfoyle to a business associate prior to her Senate confirmation.
Details of the Pay-to-Play Accusations
The controversy centers on claims by businessman Eric Deters, who told CBS News that Guilfoyle approached him for a $100,000 payment to settle her American Express bill. According to Deters, this request came in exchange for her help with the Trump administration ahead of her Senate confirmation hearing. Deters provided CBS News with screenshots of text messages purportedly from Guilfoyle, including one where she allegedly asked him to wire the funds. He stated that he never sent the money, remarking, "Unfortunately for Kimberly Guilfoyle, at that time, at that moment in time, I didn't have $100,000 to spare to give to Kimberly Guilfoyle, or I actually would have been a dumbass enough to do it."
White House Response and Next Steps
When asked about the possibility of firing Guilfoyle, President Trump told reporters, "Well, we're looking at it. We're not happy." The president made this comment while en route to Ohio, signaling growing discomfort within the Trump administration regarding the allegations and the resulting scrutiny.
Disputed Evidence and Denials
Guilfoyle's legal team has disputed the authenticity of the text messages presented by Deters. Speaking with The Wall Street Journal, her lawyer challenged the veracity of the images, casting doubt on the claims that have led to the current controversy.
Background on Kimberly Guilfoyle's Nomination and Role
Kimberly Guilfoyle, the ex-fiancée of Donald Trump Jr., was nominated by President Trump to serve as the U.S. ambassador to Greece. Her Senate confirmation hearing took place in July 2025, and she was officially confirmed in September of that year. She has maintained a prominent presence in her diplomatic role, recently being highly visible during Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to Greece. Guilfoyle also attended a reception in celebration of Greek Independence Day at the White House alongside President Trump in March 2026.
Ongoing Investigations
This situation remains fluid, as the Trump administration continues to evaluate the allegations and consider possible action regarding Guilfoyle's position as Greece ambassador.
This is a developing story.
Source: cbsnews.com.
