Who was Donald Rumsfeld and what was his cause of death?

FORMER Republican Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld died on June 30, 2021.

He spent nearly six decades in politics before his passing.

Who was Donald Rumsfeld and what was his cause of death?

Donald Rumsfeld served as Secretary of Defense from 1975 to 1977 under Gerald Ford, and again from January 2001 to December 2006 under George W. Bush.

Rumsfeld’s family confirmed the news of his death in a statement, writing:

“It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Donald Rumsfeld, an American statesman and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather,” it read.

“History may remember him for his extraordinary accomplishments over six decades of public service, but for those who knew him best and whose lives were forever changed as a result, we will remember his unwavering love for his wife Joyce, his family and friends, and the integrity he brought to a life dedicated to country.”

The statement confirmed that he passed away “surrounded by family” in Taos, New Mexico.

He was 88-years-old at the time of his death. The cause of his passing is currently unclear.

More to follow…

For the latest news on this story keep checking back at Sun Online.

The Sun is your go to destination for the best celebrity news, football news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.

Download our fantastic, new and improved free App for the best ever Sun Online experience. For iPhone click here, for Android click here. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheSunUS and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunUS.