Kimberly Guilfoyle, a prominent figure in U.S. politics and a close associate of former President Donald Trump, has officially commenced her tenure as the first female U.S. ambassador to Greece. The 56-year-old former California prosecutor and Fox News host presented her diplomatic credentials to Greek President Constantine Tassoulas on Tuesday, following her swearing-in ceremony in Washington on September 29. Guilfoyle’s appointment coincides with intensified U.S. efforts to enhance liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports to Eastern Europe, leveraging Greek port facilities. U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum are set to visit Athens this week to discuss expanding Western gas exports to Ukraine through a revamped multinational pipeline network. Guilfoyle and the visiting officials are scheduled to meet with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and participate in ministerial meetings organized by the Atlantic Council. Since 2018, U.S.-Greece military cooperation has deepened, marked by increased U.S. access to Greek bases and the involvement of American defense contractors in Greece’s multibillion-dollar armed forces modernization program. Over the weekend, Guilfoyle attended a black-tie reception in Athens, engaging with local business leaders and Cabinet members, and even joining in a traditional Greek dance. Addressing attendees, she expressed her commitment to fostering strong bilateral relations, stating, ‘I know we will do amazing things for these two exceptional countries. I will not disappoint the United States of America. I shall not disappoint Greece.’ Guilfoyle’s credentials were presented after those of the new ambassadors from Norway and Canada.
Former Fox News host Kimberly Guilfoyle takes up position as US ambassador to Greece
