Kimberly Guilfoyle
Ambassador to Greece
Doug Burgum, appointed by President Donald Trump as Secretary of the Department of the Interior, has deep ties to the fossil fuel industry. As governor of North Dakota, he forged close relationships with oil magnates like Harold Hamm of Continental Resources, co-hosting industry events and supporting initiatives that benefited companies with which he had financial interests . Burgum has also been a vocal advocate for carbon capture technologies, though his support for eminent domain to facilitate pipeline projects has faced criticism from landowners. Additionally, he signed an executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America" and reinstating the name "Mount McKinley" for Denali, moves that have been met with controversy. Burgum has also suggested adding Trump's likeness to Mount Rushmore, further aligning himself with the former president's legacy.
Guilfoyle is Donald Trump Jr.'s former fiance.
Kimberly Guilfoyle and Donald Trump Jr. ended their engagement in 2024 after dating since 2018. The split followed reports of Donald Trump Jr. being spotted with model Bettina Anderson, which made headlines. Although they had purchased a house together in 2021 and were publicly engaged, their relationship ended shortly before Guilfoyle was announced as a potential ambassador to Greece in President Trump's second administration. The breakup did not hinder Guilfoyle’s public presence, as she continued to engage in political events, including speaking at a Greek Independence Day celebration at the White House in March 2025. The couple’s split was overshadowed by Guilfoyle’s new career move, and Trump Jr. was seen with Anderson at several high-profile events shortly thereafter.
Guilfoyle was formerly married to California Governor Gavin Newsom. She even helped him with his podcast, This is Gavin Newsom.
This is Gavin Newsom
As Gavin Newsom gears up for a potential 2028 presidential run, he has been consulting an unexpected ally—his ex-wife, Kimberly Guilfoyle. Guilfoyle, who has deep ties to conservative circles, played a key role in helping Newsom land interviews with right-wing figures like Charlie Kirk, Steve Bannon, and Anthony Scaramucci for his podcast, This Is Gavin Newsom. Newsom, traditionally a Democrat, launched the podcast in February 2023 to explore both sides of political issues and better understand the success of the GOP. He explained that his goal was to engage with conservative viewpoints, acknowledging the growing influence of the right and the perceived elitism of the left.
Professional Relationship Despite Divorce
Although Newsom and Guilfoyle divorced in 2006, they maintained a professional relationship over the years. Despite her shift to conservative politics and her close connection to the Trump family, they stayed in touch, and Newsom wasn't deterred by her political transformation. Sources suggest that Guilfoyle's advice helped shape his strategy, with Newsom using his podcast to appeal to a broader audience and establish himself as a potential centrist figure for the 2028 race.
Kimberly Guilfoyle and Kamala Harris were colleagues in the District Attorney's office in San Francisco.
San Francisco District Attorneys
Kamala Harris and Kimberly Guilfoyle's relationship dates back to their early years as rising political stars in San Francisco, where they were social acquaintances and colleagues in the District Attorney's office. Around 2000, Harris, then an assistant district attorney, allegedly called Guilfoyle, who was considering joining the office, to tell her there were no positions available. Guilfoyle claimed Harris pretended to be part of a hiring committee that didn't exist, a story later corroborated by Harris's boss, Terence Hallinan, who hired Guilfoyle despite Harris's opposition. Harris has denied actively blocking Guilfoyle but acknowledged offering her "help."
Accusation of Failing to Support Women in Politics
Over time, their professional paths diverged. Harris, a determined prosecutor, eventually ran for district attorney and became a key figure in San Francisco politics, while Guilfoyle, after a stint in the DA's office, became a TV personality and later a supporter of Donald Trump. The tension between the two became public when, during Harris's 2003 DA campaign, Guilfoyle criticized Harris, accusing her of not supporting fellow women in politics. This antagonism was highlighted in media reports, and while Harris maintained professionalism, the relationship between the two was marked by underlying rivalry.
Guilfoyle was let go from Fox News for sexual misconduct.
Jeopardize US Intelligence-Sharing Relationships
Kimberly Guilfoyle was fired from Fox News in 2018 following accusations of sexual harassment from a former assistant. The assistant submitted a 42-page confidential complaint to Fox executives, detailing repeated instances of harassment. This led to a multimillion-dollar out-of-court settlement. The allegations raised concerns about Guilfoyle's suitability for high-profile roles, including her position as a top official in Donald Trump's campaign. Despite these issues, Guilfoyle was appointed as Trump's campaign finance chair, although her past controversies remain a significant part of her public narrative.
Reckless and Troubling
Kimberly Guilfoyle made several sexually suggestive comments and offers at campaign events, including promising a lap dance to the top donor at a fundraiser at the Trump Hotel in Washington, DC, and offering a hot-tub party for big donors at an event in Wyoming. These actions made some donors uncomfortable, and there were also reports of Guilfoyle berating her staff. Despite these controversies, including accusations of sexual harassment at Fox News and a costly trip to Paris, Trump campaign spokesperson Tim Murtaugh defended Guilfoyle as a valuable asset to the team, asserting there was nothing offensive about her behavior in context. However, the campaign's fundraising team, led by Guilfoyle and Trump Jr., faced criticism for falling short of expectations.