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Supplemental Information (Equity Method Investments) (Details) - LACC, LLC - USD ($) $ in Millions | 6 Months Ended |
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Jun. 30, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2022
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items] |  |
Ownership interest (percent) | 50.00% |
Equity Method Investments Activity [Roll Forward] |  |
Depreciation and amortization | $ (25) |
Investment Owned, Fair Value | $ 1,050 | $ 1,075

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