INCOME TAXES - Income taxes paid (Details) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2025 USD ($)
Income taxes paid by jurisdiction
Total cash taxes paid	$ 8,795
UNITED STATES
Income taxes paid by jurisdiction
Federal income taxes paid	8,238
New Jersey
Income taxes paid by jurisdiction
State income taxes paid	340
New York
Income taxes paid by jurisdiction
State income taxes paid	187
State and Local Tax Jurisdiction, Other [Member]
Income taxes paid by jurisdiction
State income taxes paid	$ 30

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