State Department Investigates Kimberly Guilfoyle Over Alleged $100,000 Request

The State Department’s Office of the Inspector General is investigating U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle following allegations made by Eric Deters, a legal consultant and supporter of Donald Trump. Deters claims that Guilfoyle requested he pay her $100,000 American Express bill shortly before her confirmation hearing in 2025, suggesting a quid pro quo arrangement for access to senior administration officials. Deters stated in an interview that Guilfoyle was desperate for the money and indicated that he could ask her for anything in 'Trump world.' He provided NBC News with text messages that he claims show Guilfoyle instructing him to wire the money directly to American Express to avoid detection. Guilfoyle's attorney has disputed the authenticity of these messages but did not provide further details. Vice President JD Vance commented on the situation, emphasizing the need to ascertain the facts before drawing conclusions. The White House has not issued a statement regarding the investigation. Representative Gregory Meeks, the top Democrat on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has requested more information from Secretary of State Marco Rubio about additional allegations. Rubio, while in Athens with Guilfoyle, expressed frustration over questions regarding the accusations, stating that such matters should not be discussed in public forums. A senior diplomatic official indicated that the investigation has raised concerns within the State Department, noting that such probes are uncommon and that the inspector general typically conducts routine embassy inspections.