RT America - August 29, 2018

US Files Complaint With WTO Against Moscow

Washington has filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization against tariffs imposed by Moscow. The US argues that the measures taken by Moscow violate trade rules because they are too high and only apply to US imports. Russia’s economy ministry has said the US has misinterpreted the measures taken by Moscow, saying Russia complies with WTO regulations. The filing comes as relations between Moscow and Washington are at their lowest point since the Cold War. RT’s Manila Chan reports.

CNN Refuses to Retract Cohen, Trump Tower Meeting Story

CNN is still refusing to retract its claim that President Trump was aware of a 2016 meeting between his team and a Russian lawyer, even though one of its main sources is walking back his claims. RT America’s Rachel Blevins reports.

Sexism Continues to Take Center Stage in Tennis

Fresh off of the heels of criticism for Serena Williams’ cat-suit from the French Tennis Federation, the US Open was forced to respond to accusations of sexism following a penalty leveled at French player Alize Cornet. RT America’s Steve Christakos has the full report.