- Dick Cheney, former U.S. vice president under George W. Bush, died at age 84 due to complications from pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease. He had a long history of heart problems, including five heart attacks and a heart transplant in 2012.
- Cheney served as U.S. Vice President under George W. Bush (2001–2009) and was a strong advocate for the 2003 Iraq War, citing alleged weapons of mass destruction, which were never found.
- He also served as Secretary of Defense under George H.W. Bush during the 1990–91 Gulf War.
- Cheney expanded the power of the presidency and vice presidency, particularly in national security and counterterrorism policy. He was a central figure in post-9/11 policies, advocating surveillance, detention, and “enhanced interrogation” techniques.
Former US Vice President Dick Cheney Dies Age 84
