DEBT OBLIGATIONS - Tax Receivable Agreement (Narrative) (Details) $ in Thousands	Jun. 30, 2024 USD ($)
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Maximum undiscounted amounts	$ 256,330
Tax receivable agreement liability	$ 165,600

Tax Receivable Agreement, Estimated Undiscounted Future Payments

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