Investments (Gains and (Losses) for Equity Securities) (Details) - Southern California Edison - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Investment Holdings [Line Items]
Gross realized gains	$ 19	$ 28	$ 64	$ 115
Gross realized loss	(1)	(7)	(1)	(17)
Net unrealized gains for equity securities	$ 3	$ 72	$ 209	$ 4

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