Former Vice President Dick Cheney was hospitalized today.
FOX News reported:
Former Vice President Dick Cheney has been hospitalized with chest pains, Fox News confirms.
The 69-year-old Republican, who served as Vice President from 2001 to 2009 in the administration of George W. Bush, was said to be resting comfortably Monday at George Washington Hospital, Washington D.C.
“His doctors are evaluating the situation,” a statement from his office said.
Cheney has a history of cardiovascular problems. He suffered his first heart attack 32 years ago and has four heart attacks since then.
As a result of earlier scares related to his heart condition, Cheney has stated numerous times that he goes to the hospital at the first sign of discomfort as a precautionary measure.