Reports Raise Questions About Guilfoyle's Greece Ambassadorship

Questions have emerged about Kimberly Guilfoyle's future as the US ambassador to Greece following Wall Street Journal reports alleging that she repeatedly sought money from Republican donor Eric Deters in exchange for political favors. The allegations involve requests for financial assistance, promised access to Trump administration figures and efforts to resolve personal financial problems.

According to the Wall Street Journal reports, Deters, a Republican donor and unsuccessful congressional candidate, said he had given Guilfoyle $300,000 over several years. He alleged that she offered political connections and introductions in return, but said she failed to deliver the promised benefits.

The reported requests included an introduction to Kid Rock, access to officials in the Trump administration and assistance with personal tax and legal issues. Deters also alleged that Guilfoyle asked him to transfer $100,000 to help settle substantial credit card debt.

In a text message cited in the reporting, Guilfoyle allegedly wrote to Deters, "Honey please I need you to get this done for me today." Deters reportedly declined the request, saying that providing the money would jeopardize his marriage.

The reports have drawn attention to Guilfoyle's financial dealings and her relationships with wealthy political donors. The allegations have not, in the supplied account, resulted in a stated formal finding of wrongdoing.

A separate Wall Street Journal report described a dispute over an invitation to a Greek House Davos dinner organized for Eric Trump. According to the newspaper, Guilfoyle expressed anger after she was initially not invited to the event.

In remarks reported by the Wall Street Journal, Guilfoyle said, "You don’t have the f—ing US, you know, ambassador to Greece not come. She should be kissing my f—ing ass." The report said she eventually secured an invitation to the dinner.

The account also described Guilfoyle discussing her connections with wealthy Greek businessmen. In one quoted statement, she said, "He loves me. Honey, I spent Christmas with him.

New Years. OK? Gstaad.

Like, everywhere." The reported comments added to scrutiny of how she discussed her personal relationships and access to influential figures.

President Donald Trump was asked about the reports on Friday. His response offered limited public support for Guilfoyle, who previously was engaged to his son Donald Trump Jr. and was a prominent figure in the president's political circle.

Trump told reporters, "I just heard about it. Too bad." He then added, "I don’t know too much, but she was always very nice." His comments followed the publication of the reports but did not establish whether the administration was considering any action concerning her diplomatic appointment.

The allegations concern Guilfoyle's requests for money, the political favors she allegedly offered and her conduct surrounding access to prominent figures. The supplied reporting does not establish that Guilfoyle has been removed from her position as US ambassador to Greece.