"I think spying did occur. But the question is whether it was predicated — adequately predicated," Barr testified. "I'm not suggesting it wasn't adequately predicated, but I need to explore that. I think it's my obligation. Congress is usually very concerned about intelligence agencies and law enforcement agencies staying in their proper lane."
What the hell is "predicated". Its become the word of the hour.
If an action or event is predicated on a belief or situation, it is based on it or depends on it; ... so Barr is saying SPYING is based on (predicated) on investigative proof to be determined - i.e. on going investigation.
In essence, BARR says he thinks there is proof of Trump the Candidate and Trump the President being SPIED on by the government agencies because there is evidence the agencies did not follow proper SURVEILLANCE procedures.
Any help on otherwise understanding the use/meaning of "predicated' would be appreciated.
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[–] Slimpickens1 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
What was the reason for spying based on.
[–] tjliberty69 ago
Simple the predicate reason for the treason was the deep state had to stop Trump at all cost, yes even the cost of getting hung by the neck until dead.
[–] 4KingandCountry ago
Exactly. Barr is saying if it was justified (which he knows it was not, and the DS knows it was not). They are sooo screwed