U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, temporarily leading Washington, D.C.’s police at President Donald Trump’s request, announced Thursday that she had sent letters giving sanctuary jurisdictions nationwide one week to comply with federal immigration laws or face Department of Justice action, contrasting South Carolina with Democratic states like New York and California.

Bondi was in Greenville, South Carolina, on Thursday for a panel discussion with state Attorney General Alan Wilson, several members of Congress and local law enforcement agencies. 

In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital moments before the announcement, Bondi responded to whether temporary federalization of local police departments could be done beyond D.C., such as in New York or elsewhere.

"Oh, let's wait and see what's going to happen," Bondi told Fox News Digital’s Danielle Wallace. "But I just sent sanctuary city letters to 32 mayors around the country and multiple governors saying, ‘you better be abiding by our federal policies and with our federal law enforcement, because if you aren't, we're going to come after you.’ And they have, I think, a week to respond to me, so let's see who responds and how they respond."

Bondi announced on social media that the DOJ has sent "demand letters" to sanctuary cities, counties and states as "a key step in our strategic effort to eradicate sanctuary policies from California to New York." Threatening lawsuits, she said that "any sanctuary jurisdiction that continues to put illegal aliens ahead of American citizens can either come to the table or see us in court."

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After Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani’s primary win in June, the New York City Police Department reportedly saw retirement filings surge. Bondi, who criticized incumbent Mayor Eric Adams over the city’s sanctuary status in the past, told Fox News Digital on Thursday it’s crucial for officers’ safety for them to have strong leadership. Adams has cooperated with border czar Tom Homan on federal immigration enforcement. 

"It starts at the top and our leaders have to support our law enforcement," Bondi told Fox News Digital. "They risk their lives every single day to keep us safe. There's no ordinary day in the life of a police officer nor for their families, because they leave the house every day, and they don't know what to expect. And our government, our leaders, have got to back them and that's got to happen in New York. We have got back our law enforcement. We've got to back the NYPD. We have to back all of our federal, state and local officers around this country."

Wilson, meanwhile, noted that slain Georgia nursing student Laken Riley’s killer had been arrested in New York City and was released under the sanctuary policies there. 

"Obviously, here in South Carolina, we have excellent relationships, but it's also important that we support them in other states," Wilson told Fox News Digital. "Obviously, we all remember Laken Riley, a young woman in Georgia who was murdered. That individual had been arrested and released in New York state and then came to Georgia and committed that crime. So it affects us all when other states don't step up and are able to enforce the laws, it could have impacts on law enforcement in other states as well."

Bondi highlighted one letter she sent to California Gov. Gavin Newsom in which she warned that "individuals operating under the color of law, using their official position to obstruct federal immigration enforcement efforts and facilitating or inducing illegal immigration may be subject to criminal charges." 

The letter, which was shared on social media, said cooperation between federal, state and local law enforcement agencies, including on immigration enforcement, "is vital to enforce federal law and protect national security."

"Under President Trump’s leadership, full cooperation by state and local governments in immigration enforcement efforts is a top priority," Bondi wrote, saying Trump directed her to "identify sanctuary jurisdictions and notify them of their unlawful sanctuary status and potential violations of federal law." 

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In Greenville on Thursday, Bondi pointed to South Carolina as a model of federal, state and local law enforcement "working hand in hand." Thanking Wilson for advocating for increased partnerships with the FBI, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and U.S. Marshals, Bondi told Fox News Digital a member of the Sinaloa Cartel was recently busted after "massive amounts" of cocaine were seized in Myrtle Beach. 

Wilson credited such strong cooperation to law enforcement recently being able to make the largest fentanyl seizure in South Carolina’s history. Last month, DEA agents, Lexington County Sheriff’s deputies, and South Carolina State Transport Police made two coordinated traffic stops in two South Carolina counties, resulting in 156 pounds of fentanyl being seized. Two brothers from California were arrested and indicted in connection with the case. 

The Justice Department said that seized fentanyl had the potential to kill 36 million people and a street retail value of $1.7 million. 

In her letter to Newsom, Bondi said Trump also directed federal agencies to evaluate their authority to issue grants, contracts and federal funds "to determine where immigration-related terms and conditions may be added to combat sanctuary policies." Noting that Congress has "codified the duty of states and local governments to cooperate in immigration enforcement efforts," the letter said Bondi ordered investigations to identify "any such potential unlawful conduct." 

Newsom's office did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Fox News Digital.

Bondi's letter comes roughly a week after the DOJ identified nearly three dozen cities, states and counties across the country that it said were sanctuaries for illegal immigrants.

Bondi said in a statement at the time that the cities and states, which mostly lean blue, have immigration policies that "impede law enforcement and put American citizens at risk by design."

"The Department of Justice will continue bringing litigation against sanctuary jurisdictions and work closely with the Department of Homeland Security to eradicate these harmful policies around the country," Bondi said.

Four of the states on the DOJ’s list – California, New York, Colorado and Illinois – have already faced lawsuits over their immigration policies. Others on the list include Delaware, Nevada, Minnesota and D.C.

The lawsuit in Illinois is the furthest along in the court process and has not played out in DOJ’s favor at this stage. A federal judge tossed out the Justice Department's claims, saying Illinois’ state and local policies were protected by the Constitution and that the DOJ’s lawsuit encroached on Illinois’ sovereignty. The DOJ could still appeal the decision or amend its complaint.

Fox News' Ashley Oliver contributed to this report 

Johnny Manziel, the 2012 Heisman Trophy winner from Texas A&M and former NFL quarterback, knows all about how much the sports media space has evolved given his work in college football and with his "Glory Daze" podcast. 

It's why he commends Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce for his work on the "New Heights" podcast with his older brother, ex-Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce, especially after having his girlfriend, Taylor Swift, come on as a special guest. 

The latest episode of "New Heights" exploded with Swift making her first-ever appearance on a podcast, where she not only got into her Chiefs fandom, but also unveiled her newest album. 

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There are some detractors, though, who chide the Chiefs tight end for his activity off the field. The word "distraction" has come up since his relationship with Swift went public. 

However, Manziel views the situation much differently, because he doesn't feel Kelce's ventures off the field impact him when it comes to his regular day job. 

"Yeah, listen, the guy is a true one of one," Manziel told Fox News Digital while discussing his partnership with Sling TV ahead of football season. "I think nobody would deny how much he loves the game and puts his heart on the line every single week, week in and week out like he’s been doing for years. He’s a special person, so nothing that he does, whether he flies to New York for dinner with his girl during the season or whatever it is. Listen, there’s certain people who move a little bit differently. He is one of them. 

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"But I know for certain, and everybody that’s a Chiefs fan knows, when Sunday, Thursday or Monday rolls around, there is for sure one or two people on that team who will be ready, juiced and amped to win a football game [and he's one of them]. Everything else is just, ‘Hey, we gotta make a living. We gotta make a bag. We gotta create something for whenever we’re done playing.’ I think he’s done an excellent job of it."

Now, Kelce isn't the only current player who has their own podcast. Dallas Cowboys star Micah Parsons has his own each week during the season, and much like the Kelce brothers, he gives candid assessments of his own team and the rest of the league. 

Whether it's current or former players, Manziel explained how much he enjoys listening to those who are really going through the game of football instead of those on the outside looking in. 

"I think what the media world is turning into now where guys are getting off the field and turning it into what we’ve seen with ‘New Heights,’ or ‘4th & 1 [With Cam Newton],' or the list can kinda go on with guys doing great things in the media," he said. "I think it gives a great, ‘For the boys,’ atmosphere and environment for those who have spent a lot of time in the game, who know the game. 

"There’s a lot of people out there in the world who think they really, really know football and the NFL and how it is – this player is good and that. You know who really knows? Guys who have been in the league for 13, 14 years. Guys who have really done it week in and week out who know everything. I enjoy listening to people who are really the experts."

While the game is discussed, Manziel makes a good point about the "for the boys" atmosphere, where things can be funny, personal and so much more than just the game. 

That's exactly what happened with "New Heights" and Swift – the world got a peak behind the curtain of one of the most popular couples in the world. 

However, come gameday, Manziel knows Kelce will always be locked in, no matter the noise and hype off the gridiron. 

A DIFFERENT WAY TO WATCH FOOTBALL

Manziel partnered with Sling TV, a subsidiary of DISH Network Corporation, to promote a different way of watching football this season – one that truly takes the consumer into consideration. 

Sling TV is offering three new streaming subscription packages: Day Pass for instant 24-hour access, Weekend Pass, which grants Friday to Sunday access, and Week Pass for a full seven-days worth of access.

When it comes to football, especially at the college level, not all fans want to pay a premium for games they won’t watch. Manziel loves that he can pick and choose the right streaming subscription with Sling TV to satisfy his watching needs. 

"I get these notifications on my phone that say, ‘You get charged X amount for this or that.’ I’m like, ‘Man, I’m just trying to watch ball.’ To have something start at $4.99, and you pick which one you want – you want a day, a week, a weekend. Being an SEC guy through and through, I think for me it makes easy for me to watch whatever I want whenever I want, and it’s really easy. You don’t have to sit there with overhead or anything else going on. For me, I don’t think it can be any better."

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