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LEASES - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2022 | Dec. 31, 2021 | Dec. 31, 2020
Leases [Abstract] |  |  |
Operating lease expiration date | 2037 |  |
Rent expense | $ 93 | $ 74 | $ 76
Sublease income | 2 | 2 | $ 2
Future lease obligations that have not yet commenced | $ 65 | $ 18 |

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