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Commitments and Contingencies (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions |  | 12 Months Ended |
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Jan. 31, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2022 | Jun. 05, 2024
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract] |  |  |  |  |
Accrual for legal matters that are probable and estimable |  | $ 326.0 | $ 377.0 |  |
Litigation-related net charges (credits) |  | $ 0.0 | $ (111.0) | $ 173.0 |
Litigation Settlement, Amount Awarded to Other Party | $ 42.0 |  |  |  |
Pre-Judgement Interest |  |  |  |  | $ 7.0

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