White House demands Greek Ambassador Guilfoyle resign
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Kimberly Guilfoyle was serving as Ambassador to Athens. There were allegations of abuse of power against him.
US President Trump decided to dismiss Athens Ambassador Guilfoyle, his son's ex-girlfriend.
The White House stated that it asked US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign.
"We have asked Ambassador Guilfoyle to resign," White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia said at a briefing.
"He was a very valuable name for the team; we wish him success in his future life."
Guilfoyle was facing charges of 'using his position to gain financial advantage' and 'abuse of office'.
Allegations of accepting expensive gifts as an ambassador, sharing the names of the previous administration in exchange for money, and asking for money for a credit card were also mentioned for Guilfoyle.
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