 Election 2024 on WTOP. A crowded field of candidates is lining up to fill the vacant at-large seat on the Prince George's County Council. At least 13 people, nine Democrats and four Republicans, filed to run by Friday's deadline. A special primary election is scheduled for August 6th. The winner would run in the November 5th general election. The candidates are competing to replace former council member Mel Franklin, who abruptly resigned last month. He's now charged with stealing from his campaign account.