Former US Vice President Dick Cheney dies aged 84

Former US Vice President Dick Cheney at a fundraiser for Republican candidates. (Representative image) Source: AAP / Michael Nigro / Credits: USA TODAY/Michael Sears / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images/Sipa USA

Former US Vice President Dick Cheney has passed away at the age of 84, reportedly due to complications from pneumonia and cardiovascular disease. As George W Bush’s deputy, Cheney was regarded as one of the most powerful vice presidents in US history. In recent years, he became known as a vocal critic of Republican President Donald Trump.

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Published 5 November 2025 3:25pm

Updated 5 November 2025 3:58pm

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Former US Vice President Dick Cheney has passed away at the age of 84, reportedly due to complications from pneumonia and cardiovascular disease. As George W Bush’s deputy, Cheney was regarded as one of the most powerful vice presidents in US history. In recent years, he became known as a vocal critic of Republican President Donald Trump.

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