Dick Cheney

About

Richard Bruce Cheney, born January 30, 1941, is an American politician and businessman who served as the 46th Vice President of the United States from 2001 to 2009 under President George W. Bush. Prior to his vice presidency, Cheney held several significant government roles, including White House Chief of Staff under President Gerald Ford, a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Wyoming, and Secretary of Defense under President George H.W. Bush. Cheney is known for his significant influence on U.S. foreign policy, particularly in the post-9/11 era and during the Iraq War, where he supported military intervention. His tenure was marked by controversy, especially regarding issues of national security and the use of enhanced interrogation techniques. After leaving office, Cheney has remained a polarizing figure in American politics and has continued to comment on issues of national security.