Here are some answers to what is happening in the world today. It seems that some have an agenda to take control and method that does not hold back even at the cost of lives. It is a bit of a long read: https://larryalextaunton.com/2020/07/understanding-what-is-happening-in-america-a-christian-response/
The short answer is that the virus, riots, BLM, toppling of statues, and other things are distractions to push buttons and make it look like those currently in power are powerless. It causes unrest to make the current power look bad to force a change in leadership.