Presidential election

Presidential elections are the quadrennial(every four years) elections that determine who will become President of the United States. The elections are held on Week 45, in years that are evenly divisible by four (1996, 1952, 1928). The presidential election watch event popups on Week 45, allowing the player to watch as states are called. In order to win the presidential election, one must win a majority of the Electoral College, not the popular vote. In 2015/2019, 270 electoral votes are needed to win the election.

Presidential primaries
Presidential primaries and caucuses are held by the parties to determine which ticket will go on to win the election. The order of the states is seen here.

Primary Debates
Primary debates can be found here for both parties.

General Debates
There are 3 debates during the general election for President which are held on Week 39, Week 41, and Week 42.