The US created 818,000 fewer jobs than first calculated in the 12 months to the end of March, indicating hiring has not been as robust as first thought.
Employers have been adding about 174,000 jobs per month, a solid pace but 28% lower than the previously reported rate of about 242,000 jobs.
The news comes in an election season when the economy is the top priority for voters, as low marks from voters on Biden's economic handling persist despite recovery.
This is the largest downward revision to employment in 15 years, marking a significant revision that Republicans quickly criticized as a blow to Biden's administration.
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