FORMER VICE PRESIDENT, INFLUENTIAL FIGURE IN U.S. SECURITY POLICY, PASSES AWAY
Former Vice President Dick Cheney, the 46th vice president of the United States, has died at the age of 84. The Guardian+4Sky News+4Fox News+4
Cheney served as vice president under George W. Bush from 2001 to 2009. Wikipedia+1 His death was announced by his family, citing complications from pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease.
Before becoming vice president, Cheney held several major roles including U.S. Representative for Wyoming, Secretary of Defense under George H.W. Bush, and White House Chief of Staff under Gerald Ford.
During his vice presidency, Cheney was widely recognized as one of the most influential—and controversial—figures in modern U.S. government, particularly in shaping post-9/11 security and foreign policy strategy.
Cheney’s tenure included leading the U.S. defense posture during the “War on Terror”, advising on the invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq, and expanding the role of the vice presidency beyond its traditional ceremonial functions
His health had been a longstanding concern: he survived multiple heart attacks, underwent a heart transplant in 2012, and had battled cardiac and vascular disease for years.
Cheney is survived by his wife, Lynne Cheney, and their two daughters, including Liz Cheney, who served in Congress and became a prominent voice in U.S. politics.
His passing marks the end of an era for U.S. Republican leadership and for the aggressive security-first policy approach that dominated the early 21st century presidency.
