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Fréchette stated that Trump poses a true threat to Quebec and its people, referencing his administration's threats of new tariffs following Canada's withdrawal from trade agreement negotiations. She presented her party as a stable force amidst the trade conflict between Canada and the United States."},{"type":"heading","text":"Coverage comparison"},{"type":"heading","text":"What the coverage left out"},{"type":"paragraph","text":"No right-rated outlet ran this story. The full report from City News mentioned Fréchette also took aim at other party leaders, the Parti Québécois and the Parti conservateur du Quebec, criticising their platforms. 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