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Certain Relationships and Related Transactions (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022	Dec. 31, 2021
Sidley Austin LLP
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Legal expense	$ 16	$ 8	$ 10

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The amount of expense provided in the period for legal costs incurred on or before the balance sheet date pertaining to resolved, pending or threatened litigation, including arbitration and mediation proceedings.

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