One of the most controversial figures in American politics faced a far more personal battle that spanned decades, nearly cost him his life multiple times, and ultimately shaped his legacy as much as his policies. Throughout a long and high-stakes political career, former Vice President Richard B. "Dick" Cheney contended with chronic heart disease that led to five heart attacks and multiple major surgeries. His condition and the miraculous medical advancements that sustained him were deeply intertwined with pivotal moments in US history that thrust him into the global spotlight. In 2013, Cheney spoke candidly with Sanjay Gupta for a "60 Minutes" episode titled “Dick Cheney’s Heart.” For the first time, it was revealed just how long he had been battling severe cardiovascular illness. His fu

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