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Funeral Draws Bipartisan Attendees, Notable Presidential Absence

PUBLISHED Nov 20, 2025, 1:03 PM ET

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Media Bias Meter

Sources: 21

Left 19%

Center 76%

Right 5%

Sources: 21

Washington, D.C. — Former Vice President Dick Cheney’s memorial at Washington National Cathedral on Thursday drew bipartisan attendance while President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance were not invited, officials and media reported. Former President George W. Bush delivered a eulogy praising Cheney’s service; multiple former vice-presidents and politicians attended. Coverage highlighted Cheney’s role in post-9/11 security policy, his later criticism of Trump, and the symbolic nature of guest list choices. Some prominent figures, including the Obamas, did not attend. The event underscored ceremonial norms and partisan divisions. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By James Porter | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Decades: Cheney builds career as congressman, Pentagon official, and vice president.
Early November 2025: Cheney dies; family announces his passing and cause-related details.
Funeral planning: Invitation-only memorial arranged at Washington National Cathedral for Nov. 20, 2025.
Nov. 20, 2025: Memorial held; George W. Bush delivers eulogy; multiple former vice-presidents attend.
Post-service coverage: Media highlight non-invitation of Trump and Vance and political symbolism of attendees.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 21
Right Leaning:: 1
Left Leaning:: 4
Neutral:: 16

Who Benefited

The funeral reinforced the public standing of traditional Republican figures and bipartisan attendees, consolidating narratives about Cheney's national-security legacy and the Bush-era conservative wing.

Who Impacted

President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance experienced reputational and ceremonial exclusion when they were not invited to the invitation-only service at the National Cathedral.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 21
Right Leaning:: 1
Left Leaning:: 4
Neutral:: 16
Distribution:: Left 19%, Center 76%, Right 5%

Who Benefited

Who Impacted

President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance experienced reputational and ceremonial exclusion when they were not invited to the invitation-only service at the National Cathedral.