Ms. Guilfoyle’s appointment, originally expected earlier this year, was slowed after Democrats objected to the Republican majority’s handling of what Mr. Trump called his 'big and beautiful bill'

During his U.S. visit, the Patriarch calls for interfaith dialogue, mutual respect, and global commitment to human dignity at a State Department dinner in Washington, D.C.

Senate Majority Leader Thune introduced a resolution, effectively taking the first procedural steps to break through the Democrats' delays.

Up next is a full vote in the US Senate, where Guilfoyle is expected to achieve a more-or-less easy confirmation due to a Republican majority

After her expected approval by members of the Senate committee, a full vote by the plenum will take place

Her appointment is seen as strategically significant, especially as U.S.–Greece relations evolve amid shifting geopolitical dynamics in the Eastern Mediterranean.

A spokesperson denied reports in the Greek press claiming the Trump confidant was not expected to assume the post in Athens

Guilfoyle's confirmation hearing is expected between late June and early July, with a potential arrival in Athens projected for early September.

An Orthodox Cross gifted to Donald Trump, a minor 'slip of the tongue', and shades of a ‘Byzantine diplomacy’ exerted by Archbishop Elpidophoros among the highlights of Monday’s celebration at the White House for March 25

President Trump's nominee as the new US envoy in Athens, Kimberly Guilfoyle, says opportunity 'a blessing of a lifetime'

Tsunis, a noted Greek-American attorney and businessman was appointed by Joe Biden in 2022 and will be succeeded, if ratified in a US Senate vote, by Kimberly Guilfoyle

'My appointment in Athens underscores President Trump’s appreciation for Greece', she added

A US website posts what it calls an exclusive statement by the US president-elect's son referring to Guilfoyle, who's been tapped by his father as the new US ambassador to Greece

Trump has nominated Kimberly Guilfoyle as U.S. Ambassador to Greece, though she has a checkered career history.

“Her experience in law, media, and politics makes her uniquely qualified to represent America and advance our interests abroad,” a statement from Greek Americans for Trump noted.

Trump added that Guilfoyle’s appointment would strengthen bilateral relations with Greece, particularly in defense cooperation, trade, and economic innovation.