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Mathieu Lévesque Appointed Interim Leader of the Coalition Avenir Québec

Mathieu Lévesque has been appointed as the interim leader of the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) following the party's significant electoral defeat in Quebec's provincial election on October 5. Lévesque previously served as a member of the National Assembly (MNA) for Chapleau. The appointment comes as the party seeks direction after the recent loss.

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In the aftermath of the October 5 provincial election, the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) has appointed Mathieu Lévesque as its interim leader. This change comes following a disappointing electoral performance where the party was unable to secure a majority. Lévesque, who served as the member of the National Assembly (MNA) for Chapleau in the Outaouais region, is stepping into the leadership role at a critical juncture for the party. His background as a former cabinet minister may provide the CAQ with the experience needed to reassess its strategies moving forward. The party's leadership transition signals a significant shift in its organizational structure as it navigates the challenges posed by recent electoral results and prepares for future engagements in Quebec politics.

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