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Investment Securities (Gains (Losses) on Sales of Securities Available for Sale) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2019 | Dec. 31, 2018 | Dec. 31, 2017
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract] |  |  |
Gross Gains | $ 69 | $ 57 | $ 38
Gross Losses | (21) | (57) | (31)
Net Gains | 48 |  | 7
Tax Expense | $ 10 |  | $ 2

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