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FTC rebuffs Sheffield’s attempt to join ExxonMobil board — for now

Agency says Pioneer founder will have to use different rule set to get order overturned

Pioneer Natural Resources founder Scott Sheffield.
Pioneer Natural Resources founder Scott Sheffield.Photo: CERAWEEK BY S&P GLOBAL
North America Energy CorrespondentBaton Rouge
Published 16 July 2025, 15:39Updated 16 July 2025, 15:39
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