Miss Teen USA announced she’s stepping down Wednesday,
two days after Miss USA said she is resigning and relinquishing her crown.
UmaSofia Srivastava, 17, posted on Instagram:
“After careful consideration,
I’ve decided to resign as I find that my personal values no longer fully align with the direction of the organization.”
“I am grateful for all the support from my family, my state directors,
my sister queens, and the fans who have cheered me on since I won my state title
I will always look back on my time as Miss NJ Teen USA fondly,
and the experience of representing my state as a first generation,
and the experience of representing my state as a first generation,
The resignation comes the same week Noelia Voigt relinquished her crown as Miss USA, citing her mental health.