(ROUGH CUT - NO REPORTER NARRATION)<br/> <br />STORY: Miss Connecticut Erin Brady, a 25-year old accountant, was crowned Miss USA in Las Vegas on Sunday (June 16). On hand to place the crown on her successor was Miss USA 2012 Nana Meriwether.<br/> <br />Miss Alabama Mary Margaret McCord was first runner up in the pageant that was held at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino.<br/> <br />Contestants from all 50 U.S. states and Washington, D.C. are judged in swimsuit, gown and interview competitions.<br/> <br />Miss USA goes on to compete in the Miss Universe competition, both of which are partially owned by real estate developer and reality TV star Donald Trump.
