Acquisitions and Divestitures (Sale of Other Assets) (Details) - Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations - Hersham Regional Office $ in Millions	3 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2025 USD ($)
Disclosures by Disposal Group [Line Items]
Proceeds from sale of other assets	$ 37.7
Gain on sale of other assets	31.3
Gain on sale of other assets, net of tax	$ 23.8

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