Overview of Shock Details of Savannah Guthrie Mom's Abduction, New Busfield Allegations Exposed: AM Update 2/3
This AM Update (hosted by Megyn Kelly on SiriusXM, Feb 3, 2026) covers several major news items: new details in the disappearance of NBC host Savannah Guthrie’s 84‑year‑old mother Nancy Guthrie, resurfaced 1990s allegations against actor/director Timothy Busfield amid new criminal charges, President Trump’s plans to close and rebuild the renamed Trump‑Kennedy Center, and federal immigration/crime‑fighting developments. The episode also includes advertiser spots for KFC, Relief Factor, Birch Gold Group, and RC Willey.
Major stories
Savannah Guthrie’s mother missing — investigators treat it as an abduction
- Subject: Nancy Guthrie, 84, mother of NBC host Savannah Guthrie, reported missing after not attending church; last seen ~9 p.m. Saturday at her Catalina Foothills (north of Tucson, AZ) home.
- Investigative status:
- Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos described the scene as “concerning” and said evidence indicates she was removed from the home without consent; investigators believe she may have been taken while sleeping.
- Phone, wallet, ID, and car remained at the house; front door reportedly unlocked but there were signs of forced entry; lights were on in common areas.
- Sheriff emphasized Nancy Guthrie is of “great sound mind” (not dementia‑related) but has mobility limitations and requires daily medication; family warns her life is at risk without meds.
- Search tools used: drones, airplane, helicopter, rescue dogs; operation has shifted from search/rescue to criminal investigation.
- Agencies involved: Pima County Sheriff’s Dept., Customs and Border Protection, FBI (assisting with cell‑tower data analysis).
- Media/rumors: Showbiz 411 reported (unofficial) that NBC believes it may be a ransom situation “gone wrong.” Sheriff says no ransom demand has been received.
- Public request/contact: Authorities ask anyone with information or security footage to call Pima County Sheriff’s Department at 520‑351‑6278.
Timothy Busfield — resurfaced 1994 deposition and new criminal charges
- Background: Actor/director Timothy Busfield is facing two criminal counts of misconduct against a minor related to allegations from now‑11‑year‑old twin boys who acted on Fox’s The Cleaning Lady; alleged inappropriate touching began in 2022 when the boys were seven.
- Resurfaced deposition (1994): The Daily Mail obtained a deposition from actress/casting director Eliza Roberts (married to Julia Roberts’ brother) who described Busfield as having harassed and humiliated her in incidents in the 1990s (including lewd comments and stalking behavior at a children’s bookstore and following her to a car wash). Five other women provided supporting sworn statements in relation to a 17‑year‑old’s account from that era. A related lawsuit reportedly settled in 1995.
- Legal status: Busfield surrendered to Albuquerque police, was released on his own recognizance; a judge cited his lack of prior criminal history and lack of corroborating evidence. Prosecutors have cited multiple prior allegations (some previously uncharged). Busfield denies the current accusations; his legal team alleges the boys’ parents are motivated by money and revenge and point to past fraud convictions/claims involving the parents. The criminal case is ongoing.
President Trump and the Trump‑Kennedy Center renovation/closure
- Announcement: Trump (chair of the center’s board) posted that the renamed Trump‑Kennedy Center will close around July 4 for roughly two years for “construction, revitalization, and complete rebuilding.”
- Details quoted:
- Trump said closing is necessary to ensure quality and speed of work and estimated the project cost “probably around $200 million.”
- He indicated structural elements (steel, some marble) will be reused rather than complete demolition.
- Rick Grinnell is serving as interim president after Trump’s Feb board overhaul; Congress appropriated $257 million for deferred maintenance/repairs.
- Reaction: The takeover and renaming have drawn backlash from arts groups and performers, with several organizations canceling scheduled performances.
Federal immigration/crime enforcement and related arrests
- St. Paul church disruption: Two additional arrests announced in the Jan 18 protest that disrupted a church service in St. Paul — Ian Davis Austin and Jerome D’Angelo Richardson — joining others previously charged with conspiracy against rights and violating the FACE Act. A.G. Pam Bondi posted about the arrests.
- Minneapolis/ICE friction:
- DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced federal officers in Minneapolis will be outfitted with body cameras immediately; national rollout planned as funding permits.
- President Trump urged Minnesota leaders to cooperate with ICE so federal authorities can take custody of illegal immigrants released from jails, contrasting resistance in some cities with places that request federal help.
- Border czar Tom Homan and others have been negotiating with local officials; Minnesota Governor Tim Walz noted state prisons may cooperate with ICE but city/county jails largely do not — an important distinction.
- West Virginia operation (ICEWALL): ICE announced arrest of 650 undocumented immigrants during a two‑week operation (Jan 5–19) with multiple agencies involved; authorities said the sweep included individuals with criminal convictions, including child endangerment and sex offenses. WV Governor Patrick Morrisey praised the operation.
Notable quotes
- Sheriff Chris Nanos on Nancy Guthrie: “This was, in our opinion, someone who entered her home in the middle of the night and removed her… It could be more than one person.”
- President Trump on offering help to governors: “If I were a Democrat governor or whatever, I would call up Trump. I’d say, come on in, make us look good… we’re cutting crime down to nothing.”
- Eliza Roberts on Busfield deposition: “I stand by everything I said then. The reason why I stand by it is because it was true then and it is true now.”
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- RC Willey: President’s Day sale ad (home furnishings financing).
Takeaways / Action items
- If you have information about Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance or relevant security footage, contact Pima County Sheriff’s Department at 520‑351‑6278 immediately.
- The Busfield case is developing: prior allegations have resurfaced and the criminal matter involving minors is ongoing — expect further legal developments and reporting.
- The Trump‑Kennedy Center closure is a multi‑year, high‑cost renovation with cultural and political repercussions; arts community reactions may continue to evolve.
For listeners: Megyn Kelly signs off and promotes the MK Show live on SiriusXM’s Megyn Kelly Channel and the show’s YouTube/podcast platforms.