Cash and Cash Equivalents (Details) $ in Thousands	Jun. 30, 2022 USD ($)
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Abstract]
Gross cash pool position	$ 62,496
Less: cash pool borrowings	(60,062)
Net cash pool position	$ 2,434

Cash Balance, Collateral, Obligation to Return Cash

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