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Commitments and Contingencies - Supplemental Cash Flow Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2022 | Jun. 30, 2021 | Jun. 30, 2022 | Jun. 30, 2021
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement for operating lease liabilities |  |  |  |
Operating cash flows for operating leases | $ 43 | $ 33 | $ 81 | $ 65
Right of use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations |  |  |  |
Operating leases | $ 4 | $ 3 | $ 4 | $ 3

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