Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Sep. 30, 2024	Dec. 31, 2023
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Cash collateral placed with counterparties	$ 2	$ 6
Noncash collateral placed with counterparties	519	642
Cash collateral received from counterparties	$ 16	$ 31

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

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