Definition of construct for English Language Learners. : to build or make (something physical, such as a road, bridge, or building) : to make or create (something, such as a story or theory) by organizing ideas, words, etc.
Trump is the nominee of the Republican Party for President of the United States in 2016, having won the most state primaries, caucuses, and delegates to the 2016 Republican National Convention. Trump chose Indiana governor Mike Pence as his vice presidential running mate.
See also: Mike Pence. Mike Pence (R) was elected vice president on November 8, 2016 and sworn in on January 20, 2017. On July 15, 2016, Donald Trump announced that he had selected then Indiana Gov. Mike Pence as his running mate.