The Biden campaign hit former President Donald Trump over a report that said he was considering giving Tesla CEO Elon Musk an advisory role if he makes it back to the White House in November.

“Despite what Donald Trump thinks, America is not for sale to billionaires, oil and gas executives, or even Elon Musk,” campaign spokesman James Singer said in a statement Thursday.

“Trump is selling out America to pay his legal bills and put himself in power, while all billionaires like Elon see is a sucker: They know if they cut him campaign checks, he’ll cut their taxes while he cuts Social Security and other benefits for the middle class,” he said. “Joe Biden has been standing up to people like Elon and fight for the middle class his entire career — and it’s why he’ll win in November.”

The Wall Street Journal reported Thursday that Mr. Trump and Mr. Musk speak on the phone several times a month. In the possible advisory role, Mr. Musk would have input and influence over border security and economic policies, people familiar with the plan told the outlet.

The advisory role was first mentioned in March at the Palm Beach home of billionaire Nelson Peltz.

Mr. Trump and Mr. Musk have attacked each other for years, but their interests and views have become more aligned, the sources said. Mr. Trump has been growingly impressed with Mr. Musk’s wealth and his right-leaning ideals.

The Washington Times has reached out to the Trump campaign for comment.

• Mallory Wilson can be reached at mwilson@washingtontimes.com.