Former Vice President Dick Cheney's funeral is being held at Washington National Cathedral on Thursday, with several high-profile political figures attending the service for the man considered one of the most influential vice presidents in U.S.history.Former President George W.
Bush, who Cheney served for two terms, delivered a eulogy.Bush described the moment he decided to choose Cheney as his vice president."At such a moment, most in this position would have jumped at the chance.
But Dick stayed detached and he analyzed it.Before I made my decision, he insisted on giving me a complete rundown of all the reasons I should not choose him," Bush said."In the end, I trusted my judgment.
I remember my dad's words when I told him what I was planning.He said, 'Son, you couldn't pick a better man,'" Bush said.Former Vice President Dick Cheney dead at 84Former President George W.
Bush speaks during a funeral service for former U.S.Vice President Dick Cheney, at Washington National Cathedral, in Washington, November 20, 2025.Jonathan Ernst/ReutersBush said in 2004, Cheney offered to resign if Bush wanted to replace him.
Bush said he thought about it, but "after four years of seeing how he treated people, how he carried responsibility, how he handled pressure and took the hits, I arrived back at the conclusion that they do not come any better than Dick Cheney.""On that score, history should record that I chose my vice president not once, but twice," Bush said.U.S.military body bearers carry the casket containing the remains of former Vice President Dick Cheney as former President George W.
Bush stands, at his funeral service at the National Cathedral, November 20, 2025 in Washington.Andrew Harnik/Getty ImagesCheney's grandchildren and his daughter Liz spoke after Bush.Liz Cheney, who like her father represented Wyoming in Congress, said he was inspired to live a life in public service by President John F.Kennedy."Dick Cheney became a Republican, but he knew that bonds ...