Summary
A funeral was held for Dick Cheney, former U.S. Vice President, at the National Cathedral in Washington, DC. Cheney served under President George W. Bush and played a key role in the Iraq War and the "war on terror." President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance were not present at the event.
Key Facts
- Dick Cheney was U.S. Vice President from 2001 to 2009 under President George W. Bush.
- He passed away on November 3 at the age of 84.
- Cheney is known for his role in the Iraq War and policies during the "war on terror."
- Various notable figures attended his funeral, including former President Joe Biden and former Vice President Kamala Harris.
- Trump and current Vice President JD Vance did not attend the funeral.
- Cheney promoted the idea that Iraq had weapons of mass destruction, which led to the U.S. invasion.
- He defended measures like torture and surveillance during his time in office.
- Cheney was a critic of President Trump, which led to a strained relationship with the Republican Party.
