The anticipation surrounding Kimberly Guilfoyle’s potential ambassadorship to Greece is palpable among Greek leaders and the public.
Breitbart reported that Guilfoyle, nominated by President Donald Trump as the U.S. Ambassador to Greece, is eagerly awaited despite her pending U.S. Senate confirmation.
President Trump announced Guilfoyle's nomination earlier this year. The confirmation hearing, expected to take place in spring or early summer, is currently on hold due to delays caused by Senate Democrats, though she has ample support from the GOP majority.
In Greece, excitement is mounting from the top governmental and ecclesiastical offices down to the populace. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis have publicly shared their enthusiasm and optimism regarding Guilfoyle's forthcoming role.
Additionally, Archbishop Ieronymos II of Athens, a key figure in the Greek Orthodox Church, has expressed his support after a promising phone conversation with Guilfoyle.
"We are looking forward to having her confirmed," stated Mitsotakis, indicating strong support from the current Greek administration. He further elaborated on the strength of pre-existing Greek-American relations and the improvements anticipated with Guilfoyle's arrival.
Georgiadis highlighted Guilfoyle's close ties with President Trump, suggesting that her ability to communicate directly with the U.S. President will be beneficial for Greece.
"We will have an ambassador who, if we need it, will be able to talk to him directly. This is important," Georgiadis remarked.
Archbishop Ieronymos detailed his optimistic outlook on Guilfoyle's potential influence on the bilateral ties, emphasizing shared values and historical challenges faced by Greeks. "Greeks are people of filotimo, honorable, hardworking, respectful people," he said, expressing his satisfaction with her nomination.
The delay in Guilfoyle's confirmation process has not dampened the enthusiastic coverage by Greek media. Journalists already speculate on the changes she might bring and the fresh enthusiasm her presidency could inject into Greek-American affairs.
Christos Marafatsos, leader of the U.S.-based Greeks for Trump, has been vocal about Guilfoyle’s strengths. "She’s smart, fearless, and loves our country," Marafatsos stated, adding that her appointment signifies strong U.S. support for Greece.
However, until her confirmation is complete, Guilfoyle is unable to officially engage in any direct communication with Greek officials. This preserves the protocols of diplomatic engagements, ensuring no premature policy engagements occur.
The nomination process has been notably slowed down by political processes in the U.S. Senate. This delay has only heightened anticipation in Greece, where Guilfoyle's arrival is seen as pivotal.
Once confirmed, Guilfoyle will take over an office that plays a crucial role in mediating and enhancing the diplomatic and cultural ties between the U.S. and Greece—a relationship that both nations deem strategically significant.
The potential impacts of her ambassadorship include stronger alliances, enhanced cultural exchanges, and improved economic ties between the United States and Greece, echoing the sentiments of leaders and the public alike who await her arrival with bated breath.
With such strong support from various sectors in Greece, Guilfoyle's pending arrival as U.S. Ambassador holds promises of fortifying an already strong bilateral relationship. The enthusiasm reflects a broader sentiment that her tenure could mark a significant epoch in the Greek-American narrative.
As the confirmation process inches forward, both Greece and the U.S. keenly watch the evolving political landscape, hopeful for the enhancements Guilfoyle is anticipated to bring to their intertwined histories and futures.