MAGA Donor Denies Owing Kimberly Guilfoyle $100K Amid Access-for-Pay Allegations
Eric Deters, a former donor to Donald Trump, has publicly denied allegations that he owes US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle $100,000. According to Deters, Guilfoyle sent him a text message in the days before her Senate confirmation, requesting that he wire her the sum to pay off an American Express card. Deters claims he did not send the money because he lacked the liquid assets at the time. This revelation has sparked questions about potential access-for-pay arrangements involving a high-profile diplomatic appointee. Lawyers for Guilfoyle have pushed back strongly, stating to CNN that Deters actually owed Guilfoyle money for speeches and consulting work and dismissing his statements as false. The conflicting accounts have created a cloud of controversy around Guilfoyle, who is also known for her previous engagement to Donald Trump Jr. The timing of the request—just before her Senate confirmation—has raised eyebrows among ethics watchdogs and political observers. The dispute highlights ongoing concerns about the blurring lines between political donations, personal financial dealings, and official government roles. As the story develops, it remains unclear whether any formal investigation will be launched. For now, both sides stand by their versions of events, leaving the public to weigh the credibility of a donor's claims against the denials from Guilfoyle's legal team.