DAC, VOBA, DSI, and DFEL (Estimated Future Amortization of VOBA) (Details) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2021 USD ($)
Estimated future amortization of VOBA, net of interest [Abstract]
2022	$ 45
2023	44
2024	42
2025	40
2026	$ 37

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