 Election 2024 on WTOP. At least 13 people, 9 Democrats and 4 Republicans, now vying for a vacant at-large seat on the Prince George's County Council. A special primary election scheduled now for August 6th. The winner would run in the general election in November. The candidates are competing to replace former council member Mel Franklin, who abruptly resigned last month. He is charged with stealing from his campaign account.