Christine Fréchette named Quebec premier

Fréchette defeated Bernard Drainville in a vote that comes as the CAQ faces a significant challenge from separatist factions in the upcoming fall election.

The former economy minister is tasked with reversing the party's decline in the polls and uniting a fractured electorate.

Her appointment marks a major transition for Quebec's governing party.

Political analysts are closely watching how her leadership will impact the province's relationship with the federal government.