‘Terrible thing’: Trump pledges more federal support to probe Savannah Guthrie's mom disappearance

WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump on Tuesday, February 3, addressed the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie, calling it a “very unusual situation.”

Trump also supported the idea of increasing the number of federal agents involved in the case, which is being led by the Pima County Sheriff's Department

Authorities in Arizona believe Nancy Guthrie was taken from her home against her will, prompting an investigation that now involves multiple federal agencies. As the case draws widespread attention, investigators are treating the residence as a possible crime scene and urging anyone with information to come forward.

Trump speaks out on Nancy Gutherie disappearance

Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office after signing legislation to end a partial government shutdown, Trump commented on the case, “I think it’s a terrible thing. I always got along very good with Savannah. Very unusual situation but we’re going to find out.”

When asked whether he would commit to sending more federal agents to assist in the search for Nancy, the president responded, “sure.” Trump also said that he plans to call Savannah “later on.”

Savannah, who began anchoring NBC’s 'Today' show in 2012, has been absent from the program as the search continues following her mother’s disappearance. On February 2, she shared a message on Instagram, writing, “We believe in prayer. we believe in voices raised in unison, in love, in hope. we believe in goodness. we believe in humanity. above all, we believe in Him.”

She continued, “Thank you for lifting your prayers with ours for our beloved mom, our dearest Nancy, a woman of deep conviction, a good and faithful servant. raise your prayers with us and believe with us that she will be lifted by them in this very moment.”

NBC Sports also announced that Savannah will not participate in its coverage of the Winter Olympics in Italy. Previously, she had been scheduled to co-host the opening ceremony alongside NBC Sports commentator Terry Gannon.

An NBC spokesperson said “Savannah will not be joining us at the Olympics as she focuses on being with her family during this difficult time, Our hearts are with her and the entire Guthrie family as the search continues for their mother. We will share additional information about our Opening Ceremony coverage plans soon.”

Nancy Guthrie disappearance and ongoing investigation

Nancy was reported missing over the weekend after she failed to appear at church for Sunday service near her home outside of Tucson, prompting a church member to alert her family, who searched the home before contacting police.

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told reporters that officials believe she was taken from her home against her will in what he described as a “possible kidnapping or abduction.” During a press conference, Nanos declined to say whether any potential kidnappers had made demands.

Nanos said she was last seen on the night of January 31 at approximately 9:30 pm, when her family dropped her off at her home after dinner. The sheriff also said that the FBI is assisting his department in the investigation, while Customs and Border Protection aided in the initial search efforts.

Nanos also emphasized that Nancy does not suffer from dementia and has full cognitive function. However, he noted that she has physical limitations and is unable to walk more than "50 yards on her own." He also added that she takes daily medication that is necessary for her survival.