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Todd's Podcast
53: Checking In with Sheriff Grady Judd on Immigration, Open Carry & Public Safety
In this episode, Todd welcomes back Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd for a wide-ranging and candid conversation about public safety in Florida and beyond. Sheriff Judd breaks down the realities of immigration enforcement, how local agencies now coordinate with ICE, and his proposed solution for fixing the nation’s immigration system. He also discusses open carry laws, human trafficking investigations, active-shooter preparedness, and the importance of community awareness in preventing violence.
The conversation later moves from serious policy issues to lighter moments, including stories about Christmas cards, charity work, and Sheriff Judd’s popular “Morning Briefing” video series. Throughout the episode, he provides an inside look at law-enforcement challenges, the emotional toll on deputies, and why Polk County remains one of the safest communities in Florida.
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