Next US ambassador to Greece ‘looking forward’ to new role 

US President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for the next US ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, a former Fox News host turned political fundraiser, has expressed excitement about her new role.

"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 posted on X, in her first public remarks since the appointment. 

"President Trump's historic victory is bringing hope and optimism to the American people and to freedom-loving allies across the world," Guilfoyle noted. "It was the democratic values born in Greece that helped shape the founding of America."

Guilfoyle served as a TV presenter at Fox News for over a decade, starting in 2006. Her tenure ended under controversial circumstances following allegations of sexual harassment.

The 55-year old is a...