White House Requests Resignation of US Ambassador to Greece

La Crosse Eau Claire, WI, October 13, 2026 — The White House has formally requested the resignation of Kimberly Guilfoyle from her role as the United States ambassador to Greece. The specific reasons for this request have not been publicly disclosed at this time.

Kimberly Guilfoyle was appointed to the ambassadorship, a significant diplomatic post, where she has been representing U.S. interests in Greece. The request for her resignation comes directly from the White House, indicating a directive from the executive branch regarding her tenure.

Further details regarding the circumstances leading to this request, including any timeline for her departure or the process for appointing a successor, were not immediately available. The departure of a U.S. ambassador typically involves established diplomatic protocols.

Ambassadors serve at the pleasure of the President and can be asked to resign for various reasons, often related to policy shifts, confidence in the appointee, or other considerations within the administration. The U.S. Embassy in Greece plays a crucial role in bilateral relations, security cooperation, and economic ties between the two countries.

As of this report, no official statement elaborating on the White House’s decision or Kimberly Guilfoyle’s response has been issued. The situation remains fluid, with diplomatic circles awaiting further information on this personnel change.

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