The U.S. Presidential Election is a process held every four years to elect the President and Vice President of the United States. Citizens aged 18 and older can vote for their preferred candidates, who are typically nominated by major political parties, such as the Democratic Party and the Republican Party. The election occurs on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November. The election involves several key steps, including primaries, where parties select their candidates, and the general election, where voters choose between the nominees. The winner is determined by the Electoral College, which allocates votes based on each state's population and congressional representation.