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Investments (Net Unrealized Investment Gains (Losses)) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022
Components of net unrealized investment gains (losses) included in accumulated other comprehensive loss
Fixed maturity securities	$ (7,003)	$ (8,760)
Derivatives	598	638
Other	(8)	3
Subtotal	(6,413)	(8,119)
Amounts allocated from: Future policy benefits	646	917
Deferred income tax benefit (expense)	1,211	1,512
Net unrealized investment gains (losses)	$ (4,556)	$ (5,690)

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