L. Paul Bremer, the U.S. administrator in Iraq, speaks with Jim Lehrer about the current challenges facing U.S. troops in Iraq, and the $87 billion military spending request to aid U.S. reconstruction efforts in the country.

U.S. administrator in Iraq Paul Bremer asked senators today to approve $87 billion for reconstruction efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan. Experts offer their opinions on the effectiveness of Bremer's reconstruction plans for Iraq.