I think you're being a little pessimistic, matey!
I think 'the powers that be' , are in panic mode... I see no other reason behind the draconian push right now.
It would make far more sense if they just with continued 'the boiling frog' approach.
They cannot, because of the death of the dollar (which is way overdue in the central banking system that they have).

They are panicking.
When the edifice comes toppling down, we will all see the naked emperor behind the curtain.
For very naked, he is.