Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Jun. 30, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Noncash collateral placed with counterparties	$ 678	$ 384
Cash collateral placed with counterparties		2
Cash collateral received from counterparties	$ 29	$ 23

Cash Collateral Received From Counterparties, Excluding Collateral Associated With Repurchase Agreements

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