Fermi America, an Amarillo-based startup co-founded by former Texas Gov. Rick Perry, is worth $19 billion following an initial public offering this week. The company wants to harness nuclear energy to power AI data centers, and already has the attention of Wall Street, with shares up 55 percent over the opening stock price after one day of trading.
Here are the stories on Texas Standard for Friday, Oct. 3, 2025.
A federal court hearing that will determine whether or not Texas can use its new map of congressional districts stretches into its third day, as the lawsuit filed after Texas Republicans’ successful redistricting effort this summer continues. Yesterday, the court heard testimony from several state lawmakers, citizens and experts.
Blaise Gainey, state capitol reporter for The Texas Newsroom, joins Texas Standard to speak about the hearing…