Dick Cheney, the influential and polarizing vice president under George W. Bush, has passed away at the age of 84. His family confirmed that he died due to pneumonia following a series of health complications, including a heart transplant. Cheney, who played a significant role in shaping the U.S. response to terrorism after 9/11 and was a driving force behind the Iraq war, is remembered both for his powerful political legacy and the controversies surrounding it. Reactions to his death have varied, with some Republicans honoring his contributions, while others, including former President Trump, notably refrained from commenting. Flags have been ordered at half-staff in several states, including Ohio, in his honor, while former colleagues and public figures reflect on his complex legacy in American politics.