President-elect Donald Trump has revealed Kimberly Guilfoyle as his nominee to be the next US Ambassador to Greece.
Trump announced his nomination on Monday for Guilfoyle, a former Fox News host-turned-political fundraiser, to become America’s Ambassador to Greece as reported by CBS News.
Guilfoyle is quite close with the Trump family, with her having dated the President-elect’s eldest son, Donald Trump Jr since 2018 (though reports suggest they have recently split).
“For many years, Kimberly has been a close friend and ally,” Trump said in a statement.
“Her extensive experience and leadership in law, media, and politics along with her sharp intellect make her supremely qualified to represent the United States, and safeguard its interests abroad.”
Guilfoyle, who also served as a prosecutor in California early in her career, expressed her deep appreciation for the nomination and stated her hope that it receives the required Senate confirmation.
“I’m honoured to accept President Trump’s nomination to serve as the next Ambassador to Greece and I look forward to earning the support of the U.S. Senate,” she said on social media.
“As ambassador, I look forward to delivering on the Trump agenda, supporting our Greek allies, and ushering in a new era of peace and prosperity.”
Guilfoyle appeared on stage with the Trump family on election night, having travelled across the country to raise money for Trump’s presidential campaign and spoken at the Republican convention in July.
“In our vision, America will combat foreign aggressors and ensure our service members are protected, not abandoned, as they carry out their dangerous missions abroad, because we know we can only have peace through strength,” she said in the speech.
With CBS News and AFP
