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Quebec Premier Alleges U.S. Tried Influencing Election

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  • Premier Christine Fréchette alleges U.S. officials attempted to influence the Quebec election.
  • She asked Prime Minister Mark Carney for a meeting and alerted the Canadian Security Intelligence Service.
  • A Léger poll a week before voting shows the CAQ at 16 percent, risking no seats.
  • Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says Canada takes the allegations seriously but has no proof yet.