The Brian Mudd Show

Clearly there’s been significant, double-digit growth in government spending at the county level above and beyond defensible metrics and even more so within Fire Rescue’s budgeting specifically – though the growth in government above population and inflation adjusted numbers is well below many other local governments including Palm Beach County.  

Your daily recap of the biggest news from around the state that impacts you throughout the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast.  

As we reflect on those we’ve lost, please remember the families of our fallen as well. The average age of the fallen is 39; the average tour-of-duty is 10 years. In addition to losing 55 law enforcement professionals in the line-of-duty this year, there are 34 widows and 58 children who’ve lost a parent. Remember to back the badge and spread the word. They need us just as much as we need them. 

The Democrat Majority in Palm Beach County is in jeopardy

Today's Top Stories - July 23rd, 2026

Your daily recap of the biggest news from around the state that impacts you throughout the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast.  

The biggest storyline in Florida’s political scene continues to be the state’s blue counties becoming far less blue. Palm Beach County represents one of the most significant shifts in the state. Early in this midterm election year, changes in voter registrations will be the most visible sign of political trends within the state. 

Today's Talkbacks - Amendment 3 & Emily Gregory

Don’t be fooled, reject being lied to and spread the word. It’s time to flip the narrative before it’s too late in this debate. 

Today's Top Stories - July 22nd, 2026

Interview: The Truth About Property Taxes, Immigration Enforcement & Insurance w/Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia

Today's Talkbacks - Stolen Voter Information & The Future of AI Data Centers

Your daily recap of the biggest news from around the state that impacts you throughout the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast.  

How big of a deal is it that 220 million Americans have had voter data compromised by the Chinese? There are currently only about 205 million registered American voters! What this means is that over the course of several years the Chinese successfully extracted effectively every registered voter’s information along with 15 to 20 million people who no longer are eligible to vote (many deceased).

Today's Top Stories - July 21st, 2026

The Republican advantage over Democrats now stands at a record 1,529,028. The total includes a net change of 14,135 voters in June. Of Florida’s 67 counties – only 8 currently have Democrat majorities by way of voter registration.

Your daily recap of the biggest news from around the state that impacts you throughout the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast.  

Today's Talkbacks - GOP 2028 Candidates & Joel's Jewishness

History suggests Republicans should get waxed in November. The impact of the unpopular Iran war suggests Republicans could get waxed in November. One of the more compelling historical trends heading into election cycles however, the voter registration trend remains overwhelmingly the GOP’s friend.

Today's Top Stories - July 20th, 2026

Today's Talkbacks - Debate About AI Data Centers 

Stocks were slightly lower last week as many AI-connected tech companies, especially highflying semiconductor companies, continued to correct from record price runups in previous months. Aside from normal market correction price action, there is increased concern in the AI-space about China’s AI and chip companies catching and potentially surpassing American companies. Specifically, Chinese AI com...

Your daily recap of the biggest news from around the state that impacts you throughout the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast.  

Revisited: Sleeping & Eating

Revisited: Q&A - Saharan Dust and Hurricanes