Summary
President Donald Trump is using expanded presidential powers, which were significantly increased by former Vice President Dick Cheney after the 9/11 attacks. Cheney had developed these powers through his extensive experience in government, and Trump is now applying them to his policies, even though the two have disagreed on some political matters.
Key Facts
- Dick Cheney, who passed away at age 84, greatly increased presidential powers after the 9/11 attacks.
- Cheney served as vice-president during George W. Bush's presidency and played a key role in the "war on terror."
- President Donald Trump has inherited these expanded powers and is using them for his political agenda.
- Trump and Cheney had disagreements, including Trump's criticism of Cheney's foreign policies.
- Cheney warned about the dangers he believed Trump posed to the U.S. and supported Democrat Kamala Harris in 2024.
- Both leaders have used presidential powers to influence military actions and domestic policies.
- Trump's use of these powers includes military actions, such as a recent bombing strike on Iran.
