If you file a joint NJ return, then you will need to include the spouses income that doesn't work in NJ.
To avoid including the spouses income that doesn't work in NJ, you would have to file a separate return for NJ. As stated, you can still file a joint return for federal and you can still file a joint return for your resident state.
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