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Trump distances himself from former ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle

President Trump publicly stated he is not related to former ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle after her resignation, noting their past relationship ended years ago.

Trump distances himself from former ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle

Key points

  • Trump said he is not related to Guilfoyle after her resignation as U.S. ambassador to Greece.
  • Guilfoyle was a former Fox News host and Trump campaign fundraiser.
  • Trump referenced that his son, Donald Trump Jr., had dated her long ago and that the relationship ended in late 2024.
  • The resignation has caused fallout within the administration.
  • Trump’s comments contrast with their previous engagement in 2020.

President Donald Trump has publicly distanced himself from Kimberly Guilfoyle following her resignation as the United States ambassador to Greece. The former Fox News host and prominent Trump campaign fundraiser was asked to resign from her high-profile post, a move that has triggered significant fallout within the administration.

Public Disassociation

In statements regarding Guilfoyle, President Trump described his son, Donald Trump Jr., as having only “dated” her a long time ago. He explicitly stated that she was not a member of his family, a characterization that contrasts with their previous engagement in 2020. The pair ended their relationship in late 2024.

Aftermath and Reactions

Your questions, answered

Why did Donald Trump distance himself from Kimberly Guilfoyle?

He stated he is not related to her after her resignation as ambassador and referenced their past relationship ending years ago.

What was Kimberly Guilfoyle’s role before resigning?

She served as the United States ambassador to Greece and was a former Fox News host and Trump campaign fundraiser.

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