US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are considering whether to fire Kimberly Guilfoyle, the US ambassador to Greece. This consideration follows a series of reports alleging improper and potentially illegal conduct by Guilfoyle, both before and during her time in Athens.
A senior US official stated on Sunday that both Trump and Rubio are "extremely pissed off" by Guilfoyle's reported actions. A decision on the matter is expected this week, after Monday's federal holiday.
The Wall Street Journal has published multiple stories detailing questionable conduct, including an alleged threat to a host country official, accepting improper gifts and services, and offering to use her influence in exchange for payment of a large credit card bill. Guilfoyle's lawyer has stated she did nothing wrong, and the US embassy in Athens has tacitly expressed support for her.
The State Department's inspector general is looking into the allegations, which began surfacing in the Journal late last month. However, it is not confirmed if a formal investigation has commenced. Democratic leaders on key House and Senate committees have called for an investigation into Guilfoyle.