First 2024 presidential debate drinking game: Trump, Biden face off

The bar is officially open.

President Biden and President Donald Trump face off in the first of two scheduled presidential debates on Thursday, and The Washington Post wants to liven up the night with an official drinking game.

Whether you’re a Democrat, Republican or Independent, and whether you favor beer, wine or liquor, grab your favorite beverage and a copy of the Rules and tune in at 9pm ET when the two major party candidates take the stage.

Play for money, play for bragging rights or just play for fun – don’t worry, we’ll keep you hydrated.

But first! Prepare yourself for what to expect with The Washington Post’s guide, and take a look back at the last time Trump and Biden met at a debate.

Good luck!

First, stay hydrated. Take a sip of water. …

… The same thing is repeated every time a candidate refers to the election being “the most important one of our lifetimes,” as well as phrases like “tipping point” (Biden only) and “we won’t have a country” (Trump only).

Take a sip of your drink…

…every time the camera panned to hosts Jake Tapper and Dana Bash.

…Every time Trump said “cheating,” and every time Biden said “please.”

…every time Trump mentions the Biden crime family

…if the candidate uses a three-letter acronym (FBI, IRS, DEI, CDC, etc.)

…When Trump brings up “immigrant crime”

…When either candidate brings up the border issue,

Take a shot…

…every time Biden called Trump a “convicted felon.”

…when one candidate interrupts another.

…if a candidate wags his finger at other candidates while making his case.

…When either candidate brings up the border issue,

…both have pledged to leave entitlement programs like Social Security and Medicare alone.

Every time the word “Russia” comes up

Take two photos…

… When Biden asked Trump and Republicans, “What are they in for?”

… When Biden said he was “proud” Hunter, the eldest son, was convicted