All articles tagged with #george w bush
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Rolling Stone
Dick Cheney, the influential 46th Vice President of the United States and a key architect of the Iraq War, has died at age 84 due to health complications, leaving a legacy marked by his significant impact on U.S. foreign policy and national security.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by statnews.com
George W. Bush attended the BIO conference in Boston, where he was seen dropping by and engaging with biotech and FDA officials, highlighting ongoing interactions between political figures and the biotech industry.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
U.S. District Court Judge Larry Hicks, appointed by President George W. Bush in 2001, was killed in a car accident outside the federal courthouse in Reno, Nevada. The 80-year-old was hit by a car and later died in the hospital. The driver involved is cooperating with the investigation. Hicks, who had a long and distinguished legal career, was remembered for his dedication to family and community.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Federalist
Mitch McConnell's retirement marks the end of the Bush era and the decline of the Reagan wing of the Republican Party. McConnell's leadership was shaped by the Bush era, focusing on corporate tax cuts, defense spending, and neglecting legislative efforts on cultural issues. His legacy epitomizes the Republican Party of the 2000s, and his departure signals a powerful ideological transition within the GOP from traditional conservatism to the fiery populism of Donald Trump.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Vox.com
Justice Alito expressed anger over a school admissions policy similar to one championed by George W. Bush, which aimed to diversify Texas universities without considering race. The Supreme Court declined to hear a case involving a Virginia magnet school's admissions process, which was designed to increase racial diversity without explicitly considering race. The decision suggests that the Court may still tolerate some attempts to diversify schools using methods previously approved by Republicans, but it does not guarantee the future of such programs. If the Court were to rule against these programs, it could have significant implications for diversity on campuses and would reflect the Republican Party's shift on race issues.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Bob Beckwith, the retired FDNY firefighter who stood next to President George W. Bush in a famous photo after the 9/11 attacks, has passed away at the age of 91. Beckwith, known as a hero after 9/11, had cancer and died in hospice care. He became famous for standing with Bush as the president addressed first responders at ground zero. Beckwith's wife described him as a regular guy who was in the right place at the right time. He will be remembered at a wake on Friday and buried on Long Island.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
Bob Beckwith, the retired firefighter who became part of an iconic image of American unity after the 9/11 attacks when he stood with President George W. Bush at ground zero, has passed away at the age of 91. His chance encounter with the president amid the rubble of the World Trade Center became a symbol of resilience. Beckwith, who had been battling cancer, was remembered for his courage and dedication to serving others. His legacy as a hero of 9/11 lives on, and he will be laid to rest on Long Island.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO
Bob Beckwith, the retired firefighter who became part of an iconic image of American unity after the 9/11 attacks when he stood with President George W. Bush at ground zero, has passed away at the age of 91. Beckwith, who had been battling cancer, was known for his quiet demeanor and 30-year career as a firefighter. His chance encounter with Bush amid the rubble of ground zero became a symbol of resilience and unity, and he remained in touch with the former president over the years. Beckwith will be remembered as a hero who stood tall for America and New York City.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Bob Beckwith, the retired firefighter who stood beside President George W. Bush in an iconic photo at Ground Zero after the 9/11 attacks, has passed away at the age of 91 from Ground Zero-related cancer. His moment with President Bush became a symbol for first responders everywhere, and the two men forged a lasting bond. Beckwith leaves behind a legacy of service and dedication to his country, and is remembered as an American icon who personified the best of the FDNY, New York, and America during a perilous moment.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Bob Beckwith, the retired New York City firefighter who stood with President George W. Bush atop a fire truck in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks, has passed away at 91. Beckwith, a symbol of strength and resilience, rushed to Ground Zero to help after the attacks, and his iconic image with President Bush became a symbol of fortitude. In his later years, he remained an activist for firefighters and was immortalized in wax at the Presidential Wax Museum near Mount Rushmore.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
Retired New York City firefighter Bob Beckwith, known for returning to service to search for survivors on 9/11 and for his iconic photo with President George W. Bush at Ground Zero, has passed away at the age of 69. President Bush praised Beckwith's courage and resilience, stating that he represented the spirit of New Yorkers and Americans after 9/11. The Uniformed Firefighters Association also honored Beckwith as one of the heroes of 9/11.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS New York
Retired FDNY Firefighter Bob Beckwith, known for his bravery during the 9/11 attacks and for being photographed with President George W. Bush at the World Trade Center site, has passed away. Beckwith, who raced to the scene to help search for survivors despite being retired at the time, was remembered as an American icon and a man of class and dignity by former Rep. Peter King. The Uniformed Firefighters Association also honored him as one of the heroes of 9/11 who stood tall for America, New York City, and all New Yorkers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by HuffPost
Seth Meyers highlighted a rare moment on Fox News where George W. Bush-era Deputy Assistant Attorney General John Yoo criticized Donald Trump for his behavior in the defamation lawsuit brought by writer E. Jean Carroll, stating that the enormous damages were meant to tell Trump to "shut up" and show respect for the justice system. Meyers commented on the significance of Fox News, known for its support of Trump, taking this stance against the former president.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
Former Republican Rep. Liz Cheney criticizes former President Donald Trump and prominent Republicans in her new book, "Oath and Honor: A Memoir and a Warning." Cheney reveals that House Speaker Kevin McCarthy acknowledged Trump's loss in the 2020 election privately, despite publicly claiming the election was stolen. She also criticizes other Republicans for their response to the election and their loyalty to Trump. Cheney received praise from both Democrats and Republicans, including a private message from former President George W. Bush. Despite their differences, Cheney formed an alliance with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi in defense of the Constitution and the preservation of the republic.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Page Six
Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Bush called out the producers of the "Today" show for asking them about their "first cocktail" during a game segment, which seemed to shame them for their 2001 underage drinking bust. Despite the question, the sisters revealed their drink of choice at the time. Jenna later shared that their father, George W. Bush, wasn't upset with them and instead blamed himself for allowing them to act like "normal" teenagers. She praised her parents for giving her a chance to fail while growing up.