State and federal lawmakers react to former Vice President Dick Cheney’s passing
(KYMA, NBC) - Lawmakers across the country are sharing their reaction to the passing of former Vice President Dick Cheney.
His death was confirmed by a statement from the Cheney family. They say he died due to complications of pneumonia, along with cardiac and vascular disease.
In Washington, D.C., the American flags at the White House were lowered to half-staff to honor former Vice President Cheney.
In the state of Arizona, Gov. Katie Hobbs (D-Ariz.) ordered all state building flags to also be lowered to half-staff to honor the former vice president.
"Vice President Cheney was a dedicated public servant, serving our country under several presidential administrations beyond his two terms as vice president. He was a leader who respected political differences and was steadfast in his support of our nation's founding principles. Our thoughts are with the Cheney family in this time of remembrance and memorial."
Gov. Katie Hobbs (D-Ariz.)
Other lawmakers also shared their reaction to Cheney's passing:
Jennifer and I send our condolences to the Cheney family on the passing of former Vice President Dick Cheney. Our thoughts are with his loved ones. https://t.co/QYTsrXfR5J
— Governor Gavin Newsom (@CAgovernor) November 4, 2025
Statement by President George W. Bush on Vice President Dick Cheney:
— George W. Bush Presidential Center (@TheBushCenter) November 4, 2025
The death of Richard B. Cheney is a loss to the nation and a sorrow to his friends. Laura and I will remember Dick Cheney for the decent, honorable man that he was. History will remember him as among the finest… pic.twitter.com/fmx7hI4eFD
I admired Vice President Cheney for his integrity and his love of our country. I am grateful that I had the chance to serve with him twice --- when he was Secretary of Defense for President George H.W. Bush at the end of the Cold War --- a triumphant time for America and its… pic.twitter.com/jPnvMiDVKZ
— Condoleezza Rice (@CondoleezzaRice) November 4, 2025
I am saddened to learn of the passing of former Vice President Dick Cheney.
— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) November 4, 2025
Vice President Cheney was a devoted public servant, from the halls of Congress to many positions of leadership in multiple presidential administrations. His passing marks the loss of a figure who, with a…
Karen and I were saddened to learn of Vice President Dick Cheney's passing and express our deepest sympathies and prayers to Lynne and the entire Cheney family.
— Mike Pence (@Mike_Pence) November 4, 2025
Dick Cheney first represented Wyoming in Congress and went on to serve with distinction alongside three American… pic.twitter.com/uGbjEriCiX
Throughout his long career in public service, Dick Cheney was guided by a deep belief that he was doing what was right for America. Though we often disagreed, I always respected his dedication to our country and his unwavering sense of duty. My thoughts are with Lynne and the…
— Bill Clinton (@BillClinton) November 4, 2025
Vice President Dick Cheney was dedicated to keeping this country safe.
— Senator Ted Cruz (@SenTedCruz) November 4, 2025
My condolences and prayers are with the entire Cheney family, who have lost their patriarch and a public servant who made a real difference. pic.twitter.com/AxXGBcYVHd
Guided by a strong set of conservative values, Dick Cheney devoted his life to public service — from representing Wyoming in Congress, to serving as Secretary of Defense, and later as Vice President of the United States. While we didn’t agree on much, he believed, as I do, that…
— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) November 4, 2025
Cheney was 84-years-old.
