Kimberly Guilfoyle
American attorney and political campaign advisor (born 1969)
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- 4h ago
White House forces out Guilfoyle as ambassador to Greece amid donor lawsuit
Greece's president declined a farewell ceremony for Kimberly Guilfoyle, while US special envoy Paolo Zampolli was dismissed on 15 October after a clash with the State Department.
- 13h ago
Tsipras rules out cooperation with New Democracy and attacks PASOK over prices
Speaking to ELAS's Political Committee on 16 October, Alexis Tsipras ruled out governing with New Democracy and urged that the row with PASOK not turn into a civil war within the progressive camp.
- yesterday
Trump removes special envoy Paolo Zampolli after months-long email feud with deputy secretary Landau
The State Department's special envoy for global partnerships was notified on Thursday, 15 October, hours after Politico reported his dispute with Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau. An official said his assignment was revoked and that he is no longer a government employee.
- 2d ago
Joshua Huck takes over US embassy in Athens after Kimberly Guilfoyle's exit
Career diplomat Joshua Huck now leads the US embassy in Athens in a transitional role, while a permanent successor to Kimberly Guilfoyle is chosen, confirmed and installed over several months.
- 4d ago
Kimberly Guilfoyle out as US ambassador to Greece amid reports of an unpaid bill and a watchdog probe
The White House asked Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, and she has since accepted. Press reports cite a $100,000 debt request to a Trump donor, an unpaid dinner bill and a State Department inspector general inquiry, and she denies wrongdoing.
- Oct 9
Greece rejects summoning US ambassador Guilfoyle over WSJ threat report
Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis told parliament no threat was ever raised, while Democrats in Washington gave Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle until 22 October to produce financial records.
- Oct 8
Kimberly Guilfoyle sought $100,000 from Trump donor before Senate hearing, texts show
Vice President JD Vance said he does not like anyone selling access to government officials after a Wall Street Journal report on texts sent by the U.S. ambassador to Greece.
- Oct 7
US and Greece sign counter-terrorism pact as Rubio defends Ambassador Guilfoyle in Athens
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio launched a counter-terrorism intelligence pact with Greece during the sixth bilateral Strategic Dialogue in Athens, while dismissing questions regarding allegations against Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle.
- Oct 2
Democrats seek inquiry into US Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle over Greece conduct and lobbyist ties
House and Senate Democrats have asked Secretary of State Marco Rubio to investigate US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle over alleged private jet travel, lobbyist access, and remarks about foreign governments.
- Oct 2
Greek Energy Minister Denies US Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle Issued Threats
Environment and Energy Minister Stavros Papastavrou rejected allegations in parliament that US Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle threatened the Greek government during a private dinner in March.
- Oct 1
Marco Rubio to lead US delegation at sixth Strategic Dialogue in Athens
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Iceland, Greece, and Portugal from 5 to 8 October 2026, leading the sixth US-Greece Strategic Dialogue in Athens to address defence, energy, and regional security.
- Sep 27
Greece and Romania reject reports of US interference after remarks by Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle
Greece and Romania denied claims that US Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle threatened government changes during discussions over liquefied natural gas and regional energy infrastructure.
- Sep 26
US Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle claimed role in ousting Romanian cabinet, report says
A report by The Wall Street Journal detailed remarks by US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle claiming American involvement in the May 2026 dismissal of Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan's cabinet.
- Jun 15
Greek authorities approve Chevron's entry into Block 10 offshore Kyparissiakos Gulf
All administrative approvals have been completed for Chevron to acquire a 70% stake and the operator role in Block 10, a concession in the Kyparissiakos Gulf, forming a joint venture with HELLENiQ ENERGY.
