Trump ousts Kimberly Guilfoyle as US ambassador to Greece after corruption allegations
President Trump has requested the resignation of US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle following allegations of corruption and inappropriate behavior. Guilfoyle denies the claims, which involve soliciting money from a donor in exchange for administrative access.
Why it matters
This incident highlights potential ethical controversies within the Trump administration and the high-stakes nature of diplomatic appointments.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, President Trump told reporters earlier this week he was "not happy" with the allegations against Guilfoyle.
President Donald Trump's administration has asked Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign from her position as US ambassador to Greece, White House press secretary Katie Zacharia has announced.
Guilfoyle, a former Fox News host, had been facing mounting scrutiny after reports she allegedly asked a Trump donor to pay her hefty credit card bill in exchange for access to his administration and behaving inappropriately while in Athens.
Trump said she had done a good job, but she will "not be there" in Greece any longer. "I didn't like what I read," he said.
Guilfoyle vowed to defend herself against the "false" claims and said the ambassadorship had been the "honour of a lifetime".
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