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Bush Mourns Cheney: "The One I Needed"

11/5/2025

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Former President George W. Bush expressed sorrow over the death of former Vice President Dick Cheney.
He called Cheney "the one I needed" when Bush selected him as running mate in 2000.
Bush noted Cheney's contributions during his vice presidency from 2001 to 2009, especially in shaping U.S. policy after the 9/11 attacks.
He extended condolences to Cheney's wife Lynne and to his daughters, saying they are in his prayers.

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Former President George W. Bush expressed sorrow over the death of former Vice President Dick Cheney.
He called Cheney "the one I needed" when Bush selected him as running mate in 2000.
Bush noted Cheney's contributions during his vice presidency from 2001 to 2009, especially in shaping U.S. policy after the 9/11 attacks.
He extended condolences to Cheney's wife Lynne and to his daughters, saying they are in his prayers.