NEW : ` ` Countermeasures '' failed to deploy during test . Missile launched from Alaska ; interceptor launched from California . The `` initial indications , '' according to the Defense Department , are that all components of Friday 's test performed as designed . Shield operators have long claimed previous tests did n't detect decoys . President - elect Obama has said he 'll support missile defense measures if they work .
NEW : ` ` Countermeasures '' failed to deploy during test . Missile launched from Alaska ; interceptor launched from California . Shield operators have long claimed previous tests did n't detect decoys . President - elect Obama has said he 'll support missile defense measures if they work .