White House asks US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign
The White House announced its request on Tuesday, a day after President Donald Trump said he was considering dismissing Kimberly Guilfoyle.
Washington, United States. The White House announced on Tuesday that it had requested the resignation of Kimberly Guilfoyle, the US Ambassador to Greece. The announcement followed President Donald Trump’s remarks on Monday that he was considering dismissing her.
White House confirms resignation request
At a briefing, White House press secretary Katie Zacharia said: “We have asked Ambassador Guilfoyle to resign.”
Zacharia also praised the ambassador’s contribution, saying: “She has been a wonderful asset to the team, and we wish her well.”
Speaking to reporters on Monday, Trump had expressed dissatisfaction while discussing the possibility of firing Guilfoyle.
Lawmakers raised concerns
US lawmakers had earlier voiced concern about allegations that Guilfoyle might have threatened to wield US influence against the Greek government.
The US embassy in Athens provided no immediate response to a request seeking comment from Guilfoyle.
Greece’s security role
Greece has been a significant NATO partner for the United States, providing crucial military facilities that support security across the Eastern Mediterranean. It also heads an EU maritime mission tasked with safeguarding commercial vessels in the Red Sea.
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