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Fair Value - Gross Realized Gains and Losses and Investment Income on Available-for-Sale Debt Securities (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2022
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract] |  |  |
Realized losses | $ (1) | $ (2) | $ (2)

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