OTHER CONTINGENCIES AND COMMITMENTS (Other Matters) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Accrued legal liabilities	$ 80	$ 69

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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