Trump, Rubio Weigh Firing Greece Envoy Guilfoyle Over Conduct Reports
Trump and Rubio are weighing whether to fire Guilfoyle, the U.S. ambassador to Greece. The move follows reports alleging improper and possibly illegal conduct.
$100,000 credit card bill allegedly sent to a Trump donor before confirmation.
Journal reports also allege improper gifts and a threat to a Greek official.
Guilfoyle's lawyer says she did nothing wrong.
Rubio defended her in Athens, then declined further public comment.
Why it matters: The reports describe an ambassador who allegedly offered administration access in exchange for paying her debts. A senior official said Trump and Rubio are "extremely pissed off."
The Journal reported she promoted one Greek energy company's interests.
Democrats Meeks, Shaheen and Garcia have called for an investigation.
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Coverage by lean% of 52 sources
52 sources · 73 articles · 37% Left coverage
Where they split: Coverage divides on emphasis: Democratic calls for a probe and the inspector general review, versus Republican Sen. John Barrasso's comments and midterm politics.
Center coverage, 19 sources: The center focuses on the administration's anger and the tabloid-ready details of Guilfoyle's personal history.