OTHER CONTINGENCIES AND COMMITMENTS (Other Matters) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Sep. 30, 2020	Dec. 31, 2019
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Accrued legal liabilities	$ 167	$ 116

Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of obligations incurred and payable, pertaining to claims and litigation, regulatory proceedings, penalties and other legal matters.

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Balance Type:	credit
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