Kimberly Guilfoyle resigns as U.S. ambassador to Greece amid allegations

Kimberly Guilfoyle resigned as United States ambassador to Greece on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, ending a tenure that began earlier that year.

The resignation marks a notable shift in U.S.–Greece diplomatic relations and adds momentum to a growing political controversy surrounding the former ambassador.

New White House press secretary Katie Zacharia told reporters that the Trump administration had asked Guilfoyle to step down, describing her as a “wonderful asset” before wishing her well.

Serving as the United States Ambassador to Greece has been the honor of a lifetime.

In a brief statement released shortly after the press briefing, Guilfoyle denied the accusations that prompted her departure, asserting that they were false and that she would vigorously defend her name, reputation, and integrity.

Allegations circulating in the media include a request to Trump donor Eric Deters for a $100,000 payment toward Guilfoyle’s personal American Express bill, a pay‑for‑play arrangement with a Greek energy and construction company, and reports of a toxic work environment at the Athens embassy.

Deters, speaking on CNN, said he intends to sue Guilfoyle and her attorneys for defamation, claiming he possesses text messages that show Guilfoyle asked him to cover the credit‑card expense before her confirmation.

A State Department investigation into the ambassador’s conduct remains open, suggesting that the resignation is unlikely to halt official scrutiny.

President Donald Trump addressed the news at a White House press event, distancing his family from the former ambassador. He noted that Guilfoyle “was not a member of my family” and expressed that he “didn’t like what I read.”

The next steps include the ongoing State Department probe and potential legal action from Deters, while congressional figures have signaled interest in the case as part of broader political strategies.