Hidalgo v. Holder

SUMMARY ORDER

Petitioner Jorge Hidalgo, a native and citizen of Venezuela, seeks review of a May 17, 2010, order of the BIA affirming the June 12, 2008, decision of Immigration Judge (“IJ”) Robert D. Weisel denying his application for asylum, withholding of removal, and relief under the Convention Against Torture (“CAT”). In re Jorge Alberto Hidalgo, No. A090 347 470 (B.I.A. May 17, 2010), aff'g No. A090 347 470 (Immig. Ct. N.Y. City June 12, 2008). We assume the parties’ familiarity with the underlying facts and procedural history in this case.

Under the circumstances of this case, we review…