Kimberly Guilfoyle associate says when she asked him for $100K, it was "quid pro quo"

Updated on: October 8, 2026 / 9:42 PM EDT / CBS News

Kimberly Guilfoyle associate says when she asked him for $100K, it was "quid pro quo"

TL;DR

  • Businessman Eric Deters alleges Kimberly Guilfoyle asked him for $100,000 to pay off her American Express debt before her Senate confirmation hearing.
  • Deters described the alleged request as "pay to play" and "quid pro quo," stating Guilfoyle wanted help with the Trump administration in return.
  • Text messages provided by Deters to CBS News appear to show Guilfoyle requesting the payment and providing instructions for wiring money to American Express.
  • Deters stated he never paid Guilfoyle the money, citing financial inability at the time.
  • Deters, a former Trump supporter, has previously sought political support for the extradition of Dr. Abubakar Durrani and claims he received no help from Trump-world figures.
  • Deters also claims to have paid significant sums to Guilfoyle and other Trump family members for appearances and PAC donations in the past.
  • White House officials were reportedly informed of the text messages, with some Trump aides expressing displeasure.
  • Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance offered brief, cautious responses when questioned about the allegations.