Tara Jackson Appointed Interim State’s Attorney Prince George’s County

Tara Jackson has been appointed as the interim State’s Attorney for Prince George’s County, Maryland, effective June 18, succeeding Aisha Braveboy, who won the special election for county executive. Jackson, who previously served as acting county executive and principal deputy state’s attorney, emphasized her commitment to justice, community safety, and fairness for both victims and the accused. She described the position as a return to her roots and expressed interest in possibly running for the permanent role in the future. Jackson plans to review unresolved cases early in her tenure and intends to be actively involved in courtroom proceedings. Her appointment marks her third stint in the state’s attorney’s office, bringing both prosecutorial and executive experience to the role. The next election for the Prince George’s County State’s Attorney will take place in November 2026, with Councilmember Wanika Fisher already expressing interest in running.