The 2024 U.S. election’s most hilarious and cringeworthy moments!

The U.S. Presidential race has always been nothing short of a spectacle. This year in particular has been full of drama, gaffes, and moments that have gone viral in ways the candidates expected. From awkward debate blunders to unexpected dance moves on the campaign trail, this election cycle has fed social media well. With voting set to conclude in less than a week, it is time to rewind and go through the most iconic and entertaining moments of U.S. elections 2024 that have kept audiences engaged, amused, and sometimes bewildered.

Get ready for a countdown of the absolute best highlights from this election season—guaranteed to make you laugh, cringe, and perhaps even reconsider your vote.

1. Biden won’t stop falling
One of the most viral moments during this election was President Biden’s multiple falls. His slipping and falling memes took the internet by storm, with many finding humour in the situation despite concerns about his health.

2. Biden Strolling, Saluting and Sleeping
At an Italy summit, Biden was seen wandering off during a parachute display instead of mingling with other leaders. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni had to redirect him back for a group photo. Additionally, he was caught seemingly dozing off at a G7 meeting, prompting Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to wake him up.

3. The Biden-Trump Debate
The first presidential debate between Biden and Trump was marked by chaos and personal attacks, resulting in a flurry of memes that captured the bewilderment of viewers across America.

4. Biden’s Name Mix-Ups
During a NATO summit, Biden mistakenly referred to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy as “President Putin” and later called Kamala Harris “Trump,” leading to significant embarrassment for his supporters.

5. Kamala Harris: The ‘Brat’
British pop star Charli XCX dubbed Kamala Harris a “brat,” which quickly became a meme trend celebrating her relatable persona.

6. ‘Childless Cat Ladies’ Comment
JD Vance’s derogatory remark about Harris being a “childless cat lady” backfired spectacularly, igniting social media support for her and criticism of Vance.

7. Trump’s Dance Moves
Trump’s energetic dance at a rally delighted some while amusing others, generating mixed reactions online.

8. Trump Rejoins X
After being banned from X (formerly Twitter), Trump returned to the platform this year, marking a significant moment in his campaign.

9. Trump’s Controversial Remarks
During a debate, Trump claimed Haitian immigrants were eating pets in Springfield, Ohio, which sparked widespread memes and creative responses online.

10. Trump and Musk Interview
An interview between Trump and Elon Musk on X was marked by technical glitches but offered Trump an unfiltered platform to share his views.

11. Kamala’s Infectious Laughter
Harris’s laughter became meme-worthy, with many dubbing her the “IJBOL queen” (I Just Burst Out Laughing).

12. Walz’s ‘Knucklehead’ Moment
Tim Walz referred to himself as a “knucklehead” during a vice presidential debate, leading to humorous memes about his gaffe.

13. Alexa Chooses Kamala
A viral video showed Alexa naming Kamala Harris as the better presidential candidate over Trump, which Amazon later attributed to a technical glitch.

14. Trump at McDonald’s
Trump’s playful stint at McDonald’s frying fries turned into meme material as social media users had fun with the imagery.

15. Kamala McDonald controversy
A photo of young Kamala Harris in a McDonald’s uniform sparked debate over its authenticity amid Trump’s campaign stop at the fast-food chain.

16. Musk’s Rally Appearance
Elon Musk’s enthusiastic appearance at a Trump rally drew both attention and ridicule from netizens who mocked his energy.

17. Harris on Male Voter Struggles
A hot mic caught Harris discussing her campaign’s difficulties with male voters, leading to an unexpected moment of candidness that went viral.

18. Hulk Hogan’s Shirt
Hulk Hogan’s attempt to rip off his shirt at a Trump rally became an amusing meme after he struggled before finally succeeding.

19. Musk’s Controversial Cap
Musk wore a black cap with unusual lettering at a Trump rally that resembled Nazi typography, sparking online discussions about its implications.

20. Biden Calls Trump Supporters ‘Garbage’
Biden faced backlash after referring to Trump supporters as “garbage,” which he later clarified was in response to negative comments made by attendees at Trump’s rally.