White House memo doubts Iraqi leader's abilities

WASHINGTON (CNN) -- Iraq's prime minister saw his support eroding in two fronts Wednesday as a White House memo questioned his leadership and key backers within Iraq's government suspended support of his administration.

The classified memo by President Bush's national security adviser questions whether Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki can end sectarian violence in Iraq.

The details of the memo became known as Bush was to hold talks Wednesday and Thursday with al-Maliki in Jordan. The leaders are expected to discuss political and security strategies for Iraq.