Dick Cheney Backs Kamala Harris: A Historic Political Shift

Former Vice President Dick Cheney, a lifelong Republican, has announced his intent to vote for Kamala Harris for president. This unprecedented endorsement, prompted by his opposition to Donald Trump, was initially revealed by his daughter Liz Cheney. This marks a significant political shift for Cheney.

Former Vice President Dick Cheney, a lifelong Republican, has officially declared that he will vote for Kamala Harris for president.

His daughter, Liz Cheney, first revealed her father's endorsement during an onstage interview at The Texas Tribune Festival in Austin. The announcement was met with cheers from the audience.

Like Liz Cheney, Dick Cheney has been a vocal critic of former President Donald Trump, particularly during Liz Cheney's unsuccessful reelection campaign in 2022. In his statement, Cheney emphasized the importance of placing the country above partisanship to defend the Constitution. The endorsement, he clarified, is driven more by opposition to Trump than explicit support for Harris.

(With inputs from agencies.)