Widening Partisan Divide on LGBTQ Rights as U.S. Support Grows, Reveals Survey
MERCER, Pa. — In a small town shaken by tragedy, the preliminary hearing of DaShawn Watkins, accused of the brutal murder of 14-year-old Pauly Likens, unfolded over nearly five hours in Mercer County, leaving more questions than answers about the events leading to the teen’s death. The courtroom drama highlighted deep divisions surrounding the victim’s gender identity amid escalating family tensions. The hearing concluded with Sharon District Judge Travis Martwinski deciding that Watkins would stand …