"In light of recent events and allegations that Mr. Hsu engaged in an illegal investment scheme, we have decided out of an abundance of caution to return the money he raised for our campaign, " read a statement by spokesman Howard Wolfson.
Money markets were also exhibiting extreme caution, as many banks continued to refuse to lend to one another on the fear that they would be let down by defaults.
But some auto experts caution owners against trading in their SUVs and trucks to save money at the pump because it may not be the wisest financial decision.