Bolton
Americannoun
noun
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a town in NW England, in Bolton unitary authority, Greater Manchester: centre of the woollen trade since the 14th century; later important for cotton. Pop: 139 403 (2001)
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a unitary authority in NW England, in Greater Manchester. Pop: 263 800 (2003 est). Area: 140 sq km (54 sq miles)
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John Bolton, who served as Donald Trump's national security advisor before becoming an outspoken critic of the US president, plans to plead guilty to one count of retaining classified documents, US media reported on Thursday.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
In the indictment, prosecutors portrayed Bolton as driven by his eagerness to memorialize his day-to-day life in Trump’s first term.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
CNN said Bolton will plead guilty to one felony count of illegal retention of sensitive national security information, which carries a sentence of up to 60 months in prison.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
Stockport kicked off their 2025-26 campaign with a 2-0 win at home against Bolton Wanderers.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
Reek had belonged to the Bastard of Bolton before his capture, Theon recalled.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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