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Ian Sams Tells House Investigators He Met Biden In Person Only Twice During White House Tenure

Comer says the limited contact underscores Republican questions over decision-making authority, including autopen use.

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Ian Sams speaks to members of the media outside the White House on March 12, 2024.
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Overview

  • Former White House spokesman Ian Sams appeared voluntarily for a closed-door, transcribed interview with the House Oversight Committee on Aug. 21.
  • Chairman James Comer said Sams reported just two in-person meetings with Biden, plus one virtual meeting and one phone call during 2022–2024.
  • The GOP-led inquiry is examining allegations of a cover-up of Biden’s cognitive decline and whether an autopen authorized mass clemencies or other actions without his full approval; Biden has said he made every decision.
  • Several subpoenaed witnesses, including White House physician Dr. Kevin O’Connor, invoked the Fifth Amendment, while aides such as Anita Dunn and Steve Ricchetti defended Biden’s capacity in prior testimony.
  • More interviews are expected as the probe continues, with former officials including Karine Jean-Pierre, Jeff Zients and Andrew Bates slated for upcoming sessions.