Summary
President Donald Trump was not invited to the funeral of former Vice President Dick Cheney. This is notable because sitting presidents usually attend such funerals, but tensions between Cheney and Trump may have influenced the decision.
Key Facts
- President Donald Trump did not receive an invitation to Dick Cheney's funeral.
- Dick Cheney served as Vice President under President George W. Bush.
- Traditionally, sitting U.S. presidents attend funerals of former vice presidents.
- Cheney publicly criticized Trump after the Jan. 6 Capitol events.
- Trump has attacked Liz Cheney, Dick Cheney's daughter, due to her role in the Jan. 6 committee.
- Liz Cheney lost her Republican primary to a candidate supported by Trump.
- Dick Cheney passed away at age 84 from health complications.
