Xiu Yan Chen v. Gonzales

SUMMARY ORDER

Petitioner Xiu Yan Chen, a native and citizen of the People’s Republic of China, seeks review of a June 9, 2005 order of the BIA affirming the December 23, 2003 decision of Immigration Judge (“IJ”) Noel Ferris denying petitioner’s application for asylum, withholding of removal, and CAT relief. In re Xiu Yan Chen, No. A 78 848 931 (B.I.A. June 9, 2005), aff'g No. A 78 848 931 (Immig. Ct. N.Y. City Dec. 23, 2003). We assume the parties’ familiarity with the underlying facts and procedural history of the case.

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