Tara Jackson

Tara Jackson is a candidate for State's Attorney Primary Election in 2026 in Prince George's, Maryland. Running as Democratic.

State's Attorney in Prince George's, Maryland

Also running: Wanika Fisher, Karen Piper Mitchell.

Tara Jackson is the acting State's Attorney for Prince George's County, a role she was appointed to in June 2025. As a member of the Democratic Party, Jackson is pursuing a full four-year term in the 2026 election. Her career is marked by extensive public service within Prince George's County, where she has held several key positions, including acting County Executive, Chief Administrative Officer, and Deputy Chief Administrative Officer. Jackson began her legal career in the same office she now leads, serving first as a prosecutor and later as the Principal Deputy State's Attorney. She holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Maryland School of Law, a Bachelor of Science from James Madison University, and a Master of Divinity in Leadership Development from Phoenix Seminary.

Website: https://www.votetarajackson.com