U.S. Treasury Secretary Besant says trade talks are ongoing.  
He's focused on a high-quality deal, not meeting the August 1 deadline.  
They're in no rush, but the EU likely wants faster progress—though they're more engaged now.  
His top priority is securing the best deal for the U.S. (on Japan).  
Analysts suggest his comments hint at possible delays by August 1.  
On Powell, Besant said it's ultimately Trump's call but stressed evaluating the Fed as a whole.

Wow, it's awesome how Besant is prioritizing a solid deal over rushing, showing real dedication to getting the best outcome for the US