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SPECIAL CHARGES - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2024	Dec. 31, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022
Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]
Charges related to prepayment, refinancing and partial prepayment of debt	$ 128	$ 11	$ 7
Expense associated with employee agreements	$ 0	$ 814	$ 0

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Debt Extinguishment and Modification Fees, Non-Operating

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Labor Contract Ratification Bonus

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