Miss NC USA Producers Say Dethronement Wasn’t Politics-Driven; Crown Goes to Runner-Up

Producers of Miss North Carolina USA say Brittany Boltinhouse’s claim that she was dethroned for Conservative Christian views is false, noting the crown was revoked after reviewing information and conduct spanning years that violated pageant standards. Boltinhouse maintains the move was due to her faith and political stance, while Miss USA leadership emphasizes dignity and inclusivity. The title has passed to first runner-up Myla Hadley ahead of the Miss USA pageant, with organizers signaling a firm stance against racism and language that degrades others.