Miss North Carolina USA loses crown after organizer condemns 'racism, homophobia, transphobia'

Brittany Boltinhouse lost her Miss North Carolina USA crown weeks before the national pageant. The Miss North Carolina USA organization removed her title, citing conduct that violated its standards. The organization's statement referenced concerns related to racism, homophobia, and transphobia. Boltinhouse had been scheduled to compete at the national Miss USA pageant.

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