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Former Biden Spokesman Testifies on Limited Meetings, Sparks Controversy

10/31/2025

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Ian Sams, former spokesperson for U.S. President Joe Biden, testified he met Biden only two to five times in over two years.
In a July 2024 MSNBC interview, Sams described President Joe Biden as 'sharp' and engaging.
During House Oversight Committee questioning, he acknowledged interactions were online or by phone.
Committee Chair James Comer criticized Sams, alleging he misled public about Biden's mental fitness, and called for review.

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Ian Sams, former spokesperson for U.S. President Joe Biden, testified he met Biden only two to five times in over two years.
In a July 2024 MSNBC interview, Sams described President Joe Biden as 'sharp' and engaging.
During House Oversight Committee questioning, he acknowledged interactions were online or by phone.
Committee Chair James Comer criticized Sams, alleging he misled public about Biden's mental fitness, and called for review.