Madison Marsh, a 22-year-old US Air Force second lieutenant, wins Miss America.
The Harvard Kennedy School master's student is the first active-duty officer.
Representing Colorado, she triumphed over 51 contestants in Orlando.
Marsh excelled in various categories, including fitness, talent, and discussion.
She shared a personal story about her mother's battle with pancreatic cancer.
Marsh highlights her military background as a commitment to learning and leading.
She succeeds Grace Stanke of Wisconsin as the 2024 Miss America.