Missile Defense Studies Show Lack of Confidence in the System

There are 9 ground-based interceptors in Alaska and 2 in California, and in nearly 4 years, there seems to be some glitches in the interceptors. Interceptors are rockets that have missile seeking devices meant to destroy incoming weapons. The system has been set up to help protect the U.S. homeland, deployed troops, and America's friends and allies against ballistic missiles. The defense system is still being developed.

The interceptors have hit 5 out of 10 dummy tests. It has been suggested that the missiles may contain parts that are not quite capable for use in space.

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