From everything I have seen and read, I would file this return Married Filing Jointly and declare your nonresident spouse as a resident for tax reporting purposes.
You won't be able to electronically file, but you can include a written statement with the return explaining that you applied for Green Card Status and SSN. Then mail the return.
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