The Fed governor said he'd likely back quarter-point cuts at each of the next two Fed policy meetings.
The nation's debt load and interest costs would create a heavier burden this time around, analysts say.
The job market has largely defied expectations in the past two years.
Surveyed economists now see a 30% chance of a recession over the next year, down from 35%.
The Treasury secretary said the her rate projections reflect "current market realities."
The revisions to the consumer price index last year were large enough to cast doubt on overall inflation progress.
Property owners have come under pressure due to soaring borrowing costs, raising concerns about defaults.
The Biden administration would seek to retain cuts for those earning less than $400,000, she said.
“Wage increases are running over price increases now,” she said.
The Treasury secretary added that she doesn't believe the Fed will need to push as harshly in lowering inflation.