Dick Cheney

Overview

Richard Bruce "Dick" Cheney is an American politician and businessman who served as the 46th Vice President of the United States from 2001 to 2009 under President George W. Bush. He is known for his significant influence on national security and intelligence operations.

Role in Targeting Program

According to the Targeted Justice overview diagram:

• Listed alongside "MJ-12 MAJIC" and "Black Ops"
• Connected to the "TI Program Director" position
• Part of the top-level command structure
• Connected to CIA Operations and other handlers

Government Career

Vice President (2001-2009)

• Expanded executive power in national security
• Advocated for enhanced interrogation techniques
• Supported warrantless surveillance programs
• Connected to "dark side" counterterrorism operations

Secretary of Defense (1989-1993)

• Oversaw military operations including Gulf War
• Developed relationships with defense contractors
• Expanded special operations capabilities

White House Chief of Staff (1975-1977)

• Served under President Gerald Ford
• Established connections in Washington power structure

Congressman (1979-1989)

• Represented Wyoming
• Served on House Intelligence Committee
• Developed intelligence community relationships

Business Connections

Halliburton (1995-2000)

• CEO of Halliburton Company
• Major defense and energy contractor
• Controversial no-bid contracts during Iraq War

Intelligence Community Connections

Cheney has been associated with:

• CIA operations and leadership
• Special Access Programs (SAPs)
• Black budget operations
• Continuity of Government (COG) programs

Controversies

• Enhanced interrogation program authorization
• Warrantless surveillance expansion
• Valerie Plame CIA leak scandal
• Halliburton contract awards
• Energy Task Force secrecy

Connection to TI Program

The diagram positions Cheney as part of the top-level command structure alongside MJ-12 and Black Ops, suggesting his alleged role in:

• Overseeing covert targeting operations
• Coordinating between intelligence agencies
• Authorizing black budget programs
• Directing the TI Program Director

Significance

Cheney's placement in the diagram reflects his documented:

• Influence over intelligence operations
• Support for expanded surveillance powers
• Connections to defense and intelligence contractors
• Role in post-9/11 security state expansion