Senate Investigation Possible for Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle Over $100,000 Allegation

<p>U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle may be the subject of a Senate investigation following a report alleging influence peddling. The Wall Street Journal reported that Guilfoyle, prior to her confirmation as ambassador, urged a major donor to President Donald Trump to pay off $100,000 in personal credit card debt.</p><p>Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso, R-Wyo., expressed concerns about the allegations during an appearance on CBS News’ "Face the Nation," stating that the reports are troubling and suggesting that an investigation is likely. "I would assume the State Department would be conducting that," Barrasso said, adding that the Senate Foreign Relations Committee would also oversee the matter.</p><p>Fox News Digital has sought comments from the State Department and Senator James Risch, R-Idaho, who is the top Republican on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.</p><p>Guilfoyle, who was confirmed by the Senate last year for her position in Athens, has faced increasing scrutiny regarding her conduct while in office. The State Department’s Office of Inspector General has already initiated a probe into her alleged misconduct, which includes claims of a lavish lifestyle in Greece, mistreatment of staff, substance abuse, and improper acceptance of gifts.</p><p>The latest allegation involves Guilfoyle reportedly soliciting Trump donor Eric Deters to pay off a $100,000 American Express bill directly to the credit card company, advising him to avoid leaving a paper trail and offering assistance in gaining access to top administration officials in return. Deters stated that he did not make the payment.</p><p>Following the report, both Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are reportedly unhappy with Guilfoyle’s alleged actions and are considering her removal, according to The Associated Press. Rubio criticized the reporting of the allegations, asserting that it does not reflect the truth.</p>