There is the distinct possibility they will pay one of these “actors” to resist enough, as in assault an officer, and then when he gets beat down, with “the whole world watching” this will suit the organizer’s plans as well.
This could precursor to serious violence and looting that the anarchist elements in the protests want.
You are correct. This IS a precursor to coming events - next spring and summer. They are merely working our the logistics and learning from the error of their ways.