Jordon Hudson is losing Miss Maine fan vote to trans competitor

The Miss Maine pageant in 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting event with a diverse group of contestants vying for the crown. One of the standout competitors is Jordon Hudson, the 24-year-old girlfriend of legendary coach Bill Belichick. Hudson, who finished as a runner-up in last year’s pageant, is determined to take the top spot this time around.

However, early fan voting suggests that Hudson may have some tough competition. The online vote, which allows the public to vote for their favorite contestant for $1 per vote, currently shows Hudson lagging behind with just over 220 votes. In contrast, Isabelle St. Cyr, the first transgender model to compete in the Miss Maine competition, is leading the pack with over 440 votes. St. Cyr, who previously won the local Miss Monson USA pageant, is a trailblazer in the pageant world.

Maine has been at the center of a national debate over trans athletes in women’s sports, with Governor Janet Mills and education officials standing firm on enabling trans inclusion despite pressure from the federal government. The ongoing conflict has added an extra layer of significance to this year’s pageant.

Hudson, who hails from a family of displaced fishermen, is using her platform to advocate for Maine fishing families. Her family’s fishing business went bankrupt when she was a child, inspiring her to protect the heritage and tradition of Maine fishing communities.

As the online vote heats up, the competition is fierce. University of Southern Maine student Lexi Bjork was leading the pack with over 1,400 votes before the online vote page crashed. The final results remain unknown, adding an element of suspense to the pageant.

Overall, the 2025 Miss Maine pageant promises to be a thrilling event with a diverse group of contestants vying for the crown. Stay tuned for updates on the competition and see who will ultimately claim the title of Miss Maine USA.