Joel R. Peebles, Jr.

County Council in Councilmanic District 6, Maryland

Joel R. Peebles, Jr. is a candidate for County Council in Councilmanic District 6, Maryland — 2026 Primary Election. Running as Democratic.

Also running: Bertrand Tessa, Danielle I. Hunter, Dominique L. Lamb, Crystal Samonica, Michael Jones, II, Jonathan White, Brittany Vazquez.

Joel R. Peebles, Jr. is a Democratic candidate for the Prince George's County Council in District 6, running with the message of putting "people over politics." A lifelong resident of the county, he is a community leader and pastor of the City of Praise Family Ministries. His public service includes previous experience as a legislative officer within the county government. Peebles has expressed concern over the county's budget deficits and is focused on addressing the needs of families and neighborhoods. He has a track record of community engagement, including hosting job fairs and COVID-19 testing sites. He is dedicated to serving the community that has shaped him.