Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful and controversial figures in American politics, has passed away at the age of 84, as confirmed by his family in a statement. Cheney, who served as the 46th Vice President of the United States under President George W. Bush from 2001 to 2009, remains one of the most influential vice presidents in modern American history. He played a key role as the architect of the U.S. “War on Terror,” a major aspect of American foreign policy following the tragic events of September 11, 2001.