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Segment Information (Premiums, Fees and Other Revenues by US and Foreign Operations) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2022 | Dec. 31, 2021
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |  |  |
Premiums, Fees & Other Revenues | $ 51,961 | $ 56,365 | $ 49,015
UNITED STATES |  |  |
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |  |  |
Premiums, Fees & Other Revenues | 36,869 | 42,250 | 34,191
Japan |  |  |
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |  |  |
Premiums, Fees & Other Revenues | 5,020 | 5,460 | 6,183
Other Foreign |  |  |
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |  |  |
Premiums, Fees & Other Revenues | $ 10,072 | $ 8,655 | $ 8,641

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