Liz Cheney

Date of Birth: July 28, 1966

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Biography

Elizabeth Lynne Cheney, known as Liz Cheney, is an American politician and attorney who served as the U.S. Representative for Wyoming’s at-large congressional district from 2017 to 2023. Born into a prominent political family, she is the elder daughter of former Vice President Dick Cheney and Lynne Cheney. Liz Cheney has been a significant figure in the Republican Party, known for her strong conservative stance and her outspoken criticism of former President Donald Trump, especially in the context of the January 6th Capitol attack. Cheney was born in Madison, Wisconsin, but she grew up in the Washington, D.C. area and in Casper, Wyoming. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Colorado College and her Juris Doctor from the University of Chicago Law School. Before entering politics, Cheney worked as an international law attorney and held various positions in the U.S. State Department. During her time in Congress, Cheney was a member of the House Armed Services Committee and the House Natural Resources Committee. She also served as the Chair of the House Republican Conference, the third-highest position in the House Republican leadership, from 2019 until she was ousted in May 2021 due to her criticism of Trump.

5 Interesting Facts about Liz Cheney

1. Liz Cheney is the eldest daughter of former Vice President Dick Cheney.

2. She co-founded the nonprofit organization, Keep America Safe, which focuses on national security issues.

3. Cheney was one of the few Republicans who voted to impeach Donald Trump following the January 6th Capitol attack.

4. She served as the Chair of the House Republican Conference from 2019 to 2021.

5. Liz Cheney has authored several books, including “Exceptional: Why the World Needs a Powerful America,” co-written with her father.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Liz Cheney

1. “We must hold accountable those who have threatened our democracy.”

2. “It is my responsibility as your representative to protect the Constitution.”

3. “History is watching, and our children are watching.”

4. “There has never been a greater betrayal by a President of the United States of his office and his oath to the Constitution.”

5. “We must be clear-eyed about the threats we face, both from our adversaries abroad and from those who would undermine our democracy here at home.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At her peak, Liz Cheney’s net worth was estimated to be around $7 million.

Children

Liz Cheney is married to Philip Perry, an attorney and partner at Latham & Watkins. They have five children together: Kate Perry, Elizabeth Perry, Grace Perry, Philip Perry, and Richard Perry.