Trump while naming Guilfoyle, said she is “perfectly suited to foster strong bilateral relations with Greece”
By Kehinde Okeowo
United States President-elect, Donald Trump on Tuesday announced that his eldest son’s longtime fiancée and former Fox News host, Kimberly Guilfoyle, will serve as America’s ambassador to Greece in his incoming administration.
Speaking via Truth Social, he noted that Guilfoyle has been his close ally, adding that her experience and leadership skills qualify her for the job.
“For many years, Kimberly has been a close friend and ally.
“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.” the 78-year-old said.
Trump further argued that Guilfoyle is “perfectly suited to foster strong bilateral relations with Greece” and will advance US interests on issues “ranging from defense cooperation to trade and economic innovation.”
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Reacting to the news via her social media page, the 55-year-old former Fox employee accepted the offer, saying she is looking forward to work with Trump.
“I’m honored to accept President Trump’s nomination to serve as the next Ambassador to Greece and I look forward to earning the support of the US Senate.” Guilfoyle said.
The former US President has been filling out his administration with loyalists, donors and family members. Trump chose Charles Kushner, his son-in-law’s father, to serve as ambassador to France, and Massad Boulos, the father-in-law of daughter Tiffany Trump, to serve as a Middle East adviser.
Guilfoyle – who was engaged to Trump’s son Donald Trump Jr in 2020 – has served as a campaign fundraiser and surrogate for Trump. She has not served in any foreign policy or diplomacy role, working as a prosecutor in California before transitioning to a career in television.
She left Fox News in 2017. In 2020, the New Yorker detailed allegations from a former assistant of Guilfoyle who had accused her of repeated sexual harassment.
Her nomination will, however, require Senate confirmation.
