"Purge Election Year" is a 2016 horror film directed by James DeMonaco. It is the third installment in the Purge franchise, set in a dystopian future where the government allows an annual event called the Purge, during which all crime is legal for 12 hours. The story follows Senator Charlie Roan, who is running for president and aims to end the Purge, as she becomes a target during the event. As the Purge night unfolds, Senator Roan and her security chief, Leo Barnes, must navigate the chaos and violence that ensues. They encounter various threats from both citizens and government agents, highlighting the moral dilemmas and societal issues surrounding the Purge concept.