Investment Securities - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions	Jun. 30, 2020 USD ($)
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]
AFS securities pledged as collateral	$ 642

Available For Sale Securities Pledged As Collateral Amortized Cost

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