Aaron Kimball

Aaron Kimball is the president of the New California Republic in 2281.

Background
Kimball is described as the "Hero of the Mojave," serving as a general, NCR council member, and Hub governor before his presidency. His popularity stemmed from a successful campaign in 2270 against tribals who attacked NCR citizens, referred to as the "Pacification of the Mojave."

Kimball retired from the military in 2273, and began a political career. The NCR Embassy Ambassador Dennis Crocker managed Kimball's first run for a seat on the New California Republic council. He replaced Wendell Peterson as president shortly thereafter.

Presidency
Ordering the occupation of Hoover Dam was his first act of office. The water and electricity that resulted from this initiative increased President Kimball's popularity further. Kimball overturned President Tandi's policies limiting animal and acreage ownership, benefitting the Stockmen's Association and Republican Farmer's Committee. Under Kimball's administration, male military officers are promoted disproportionately to females.

The president's support of patriotism is constant, but citizens and soldiers alike are impatient, expressing the desire to quickly annex the Mojave, end the conflict, and return the NCR forces back home. Veterans such as Chief Hanlon comment on the logistical challenges faces by Kimball's initiatives, resulting in slow transport of supplies and reinforcements, as well as the most experienced troops ordered elsewhere. Ulysses remarks that Kimball is "hollow," relying on others to strengthen the NCR.

His failure to annex the Mojave over the last seven years, coupled with the high cost of occupying a foreign land, have eroded his popular support. Kimball's presidency and legacy rely on successfully annexing the Mojave for the NCR.

Quests

 * You'll Know It When It Happens: Colonel Moore tasks the Courier with protecting the president during his Hoover Dam speech. They work alongside Ranger Grant to provide security. Depending on how well this is done, Kimball either completes his speech and departs as planned or is hustled to his personal vertibird as one of the possible assassination attempts occurs, cutting his speech short.
 * Wild Card: Finishing Touches: Yes Man tells the Courier that the president must be kept alive so he can take the blame for the defeat of the NCR at Hoover Dam, absolving New Vegas.
 * The House Always Wins, VI: If the Courier sides with Mr. House, he sends them to Hoover Dam to protect President Kimball during his visit. If successful, House comments on General Oliver, statng that Kimball can't protect him, as "he'll be too busy getting thrown out of office."
 * Arizona Killer: If the Courier sides with the Legion, Caesar himself orders them to assassinate President Kimball when he comes to Hoover Dam to make his speech. Depending on the success of the Courier's efforts, Kimball either dies as Caesar intended or escapes, angering him.

Appearances
Aaron Kimball appears in Fallout: New Vegas. He is also mentioned in the Fallout: New Vegas add-ons Dead Money and Lonesome Road.